Ways to Give
Please contact us if you have any questions.
The award-winning services of Summer Scholars are the result of rigorous planning, professional execution and ongoing evaluation, made possible through collaboration with key community partners and the generous support of our donors. There are a variety of ways to give to Summer Scholars:
• Make a cash gift now
• Make a pledge of financial support
• Donate a gift of appreciated stock or securities and realize the tax benefit
• Participate in an employer's matching gift program, if applicable
• Honor someone special with a tribute or memorial gift
• Include Summer Scholars in your estate planning
Provide a check or cash by mail or in person to:
Summer Scholars
3401 Quebec Street, Suite 5010
Denver , CO 80207
Online giving with a credit card at GivingFirst.org
Give More for Less Expense to You – Colorado Child Care Contribution Credit
A 50% Colorado State Income tax credit is available to Colorado taxpayers who make a cash donation to programs that promote and provide childcare in the state. All cash donations made to Summer Scholars qualify for this benefit. Half of your contribution to Summer Scholars may be offset by a dollar for dollar reduction to your Colorado Income taxes.
Here is an example of how it might work for you and Summer Scholars
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Donation: You contribute $1000 to Summer Scholars, which benefits from the full value of the gift.
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Tax Credit: You are able to claim a $500 Colorado Childcare Donation Tax Credit on your state tax return.
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Tax Bill: You tax bill decreases by $500.
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Net Result: Summer Scholars benefits from the full $1000 value of your gift, but the actual net cost to you is only $500!
Click here for more information on the Colorado Childcare Contribution Credit.
