Initially funded by contributions from family and friends, the Joshua Gomes Memorial Scholarship Fund now seeks gifts from individuals, corporations and foundations. We currently fund a single $1,000 scholarship each year and wish to expand the reach of hope to more than one person. 

 

You can now make a secure tax-deductible donation online using PayPal by clicking the button below.

With a goal of raising $10,000 annually, no contribution is too small.  Your tax-deductible donation will directly impact the life of a student living with HIV/AIDS as every penny you donate goes towards a scholarship, not administration fees, marketing, etc.  

 

Since 2003, the Gomes Family has raised and awarded over $30,000 in scholarship funds.  

 

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Learn more about 7 other ways you can make an impact! 

 

  • ANNUAL AIDS WALK
  • GIFTS OF STOCK
  • PLANNED GIVING
  • WILLS AND LIVING TRUSTS
  • RETIREMENT PLAN ASSETS
  • INSURANCE
  • MATCHING GIFTS

 

Annual Aids Walk

Join the Joshua Gomes Memorial Scholarship Fund Team this Fall for the Annual Colorado AIDS Walk. Please check back for further details.

Gifts of Stock

Your gift of appreciated stock may provide a two-fold tax advantage. First, you may avoid paying capital gains tax on the increase in the value of the stock. Second, you might receive a federal income tax deduction for the full fair market value of the stock at the time of the gift. Appreciated securities, held longer than one year, are eligible for donation. A tax receipt confirming the dollar amount of your charitable donation will be sent to you once the stock transfer is finalized.

Planned Giving

After providing for family and loved ones, one of the most popular gifts is a planned gift. This allows the donor to make a charitable contribution to an organization through a plan that also addresses the donor's personal, financial and philanthropic objectives. Planned gifts can also provide tax benefits for the donor.

Wills and Living Trusts

There are a variety of ways that you can make a charitable estate gift. The simplest way is to include the charities of your choice in your will, either as outright gifts, or while also providing for family and friends.

Retirement Plan Assets

You may also be able to gain a tax benefit by naming the Joshua Gomes Memorial Scholarship Fund as a beneficiary of all or a portion of a retirement plan [IRA, 401(k), 403(b)].

Insurance

If you have extra life insurance coverage, you may consider transferring ownership to the Joshua Gomes Memorial Scholarship Fund. You may also purchase a new policy, and later name Joshua Gomes Memorial Scholarship Fund as the owner and beneficiary. Either gift may generate a charitable income tax deduction.

Matching Gifts

Many companies offer matching gift programs to encourage employees to contribute to charitable organizations. The amount of money you donate can often be doubled-or even tripled-by applying to your company's matching gift program. See if your employer offers a matching gift program that will increase your gift to the Joshua Gomes Memorial Scholarship Fund. Companies do respond to employee interest in these types of programs.

*You should always consult with your financial advisor before initiating a charitable gift arrangement.