Sharing Your Generosity

Community members interested in making a tax-deductible gift to VRH may chose from a variety of options.

Gifts of Cash

A gift of cash may be made either as a one-time contribution to Valley Regional Hospital or as a pledge to be paid on a schedule determined by the donor. Cash gifts are also accepted through Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.

If a scheduled pledge is desired, our Philanthropy staff can arrange a convenient payment schedule and send a helpful reminder at the appropriate times. Cash gifts are tax-deductible. Checks can be made to "Valley Regional Hospital" and mailed to:

Valley Regional Hospital
243 Elm Street
Claremont, NH 03743-9961
Attn: Philanthropy Department

Contributions can also be made online by credit card. Click here to donate now.

Gifts of Stocks and Bonds

Giving a gift of "appreciated securities" have two very important advantages: (1) you can deduct the full value on the day they are given to Valley Regional Hospital, and (2) you can avoid capital gains tax on their growth. The current market has made this an ideal time for using appreciated securities to reduce income tax liability and to benefit charitable organizations like Valley Regional. If you are considering a gift of stock to Valley Regional Hospital, please call the Philanthropy Office.

Your Corporation's Matching Gift

Your generous gift could be matched dollar for dollar! Many companies offer matching gift programs that will double, even triple a donation's value. Check with your company if they will match your contribution to Valley Regional Hospital. If you have questions about your company's matching gift program, please contact your personnel office.

A Gift of Goods or Real Estate

Gifts of property such as real estate, life insurance, retirement accounts, works of art, jewelry and valued collections are wonderful avenues of support. These gifts provide tax advantages and may require independent appraisals to meet Internal Revenue Service guidelines.

Creating an Endowment

Endowed funds are essentially savings accounts from which only earnings may be spent for the specified purpose. The principal of the gift is never spent. Donors may create and name a new endowment with a gift of $10,000 or more.

Leaving a Legacy

Looking for a way to maximize your giving and be conscientious about your financial and tax planning? Planned gifts can generate lifelong income; convert low-yielding assets into a higher income stream at reduced capital gains cost; obtain significant income tax deductions; and reduce or eliminate estate taxes. While our office can help donors tailor your giving requests, we recommend that all donors consult their own tax and legal advisors. Gifts through the estate plans of individuals and families are accepted. Useful vehicles for estate commitments include wills, trusts, life insurance policies, retirement funds, and others. Certain plans also provide attractive tax benefits and life-income provisions for the donor, including charitable remainder trusts, and charitable gift annuities. Click here to learn more on Planned Giving.