SECURE THE ABBEY FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS
The Abbey of the Hills is excited to share that they have partnered with the South Dakota Community Foundation to establish a permanent endowment. Through a generous matching opportunity, every dollar you donate will be matched, up to $30,000!
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This endowment is essential for providing ongoing support to the Abbey's mission of Fostering the Rediscovery of Peace. With this permanently restricted fund, the Abbey of the Hills will have the resources needed to sustain and enhance its retreats, events, and operational expenses for generations to come.
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By contributing to the Abbey’s endowment, you are not just giving, you are investing in the future of the Abbey of the Hills Inn & Retreat Center. With your support, for generations to come, the Abbey can continue to foster a space where guests can come to escape from the busyness of the world and reconnect with God and nature.
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The Abbey of the Hills is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, EIN Number: 46-4176934.
If you have any questions about your donation, please reach out to Margaret Artz, Development Officer, at 605-398-9200 or via email at margaretartz@abbeyofthehills.org.
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Thank you for being a part of the Abbey’s mission of Fostering the Rediscovery of Peace!
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"The world of the generous gets larger and larger…
The one who blesses others is abundantly blessed: those who help others are helped.”
Proverbs 11:24-25
In order to make a charitable gift in 2025 for federal income tax purposes, your gift must be completed before December 31, 2025. There are many ways to support a qualified organization such as the Abbey of the Hills Inn & Retreat Center. Below are two tax-advantaged options that may be beneficial to you.
Tax-Favored Charitable Gifts
IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)
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Benefits of an IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution
If you are age 73 or older and required to take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) from your IRA, but do not need the fund, the Abbey of the Hills would be most grateful to receive part or all of your RMD. You may also choose to make an IRA gift in excess of your RMD if you wish. In addition, individuals age 70½ or older may make Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) regardless of whether they are yet required to take RMDs.
QCDs must be made by direct transfer from your IRA to the Abbey and must be completed by December 31 each year.
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Avoid taxes on transfers of up to $108,000 from your IRA to the Abbey of the Hills. You do not have to pay income taxes on IRA Distributions that are directly transferred to a qualified charity.
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Make a gift that is not subject to charitable deduction limits.
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Help further the work and mission of the Abbey of the Hills.
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How an IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution gift works
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Contact your IRA plan administrator to request a direct transfer from your IRA to the Abbey of the Hills. Many brokerage firms allow you to request this distribution online.
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Your IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution will be transferred directly to the Abbey of the Hills to support our mission and programs.
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Please note that IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution gifts do not qualify for a charitable income tax deduction.
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Please ask your IRA administrator to include your full name and address with the gift information so we can properly acknowledge your generosity.
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The Abbey of the Hills Inn and Retreat Center is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization EIN Number: 46-4176934. Our address and mailing information is: PO Box 38, 46561 147th Street, Marvin, SD 57251
Gifts of Stock
A gift of long-term appreciated, publicly traded stock may entitle you to an income tax charitable deduction for the fair market value of the stock on the date of the gift—and may also help you avoid capital gains tax. In many cases, donating securities directly to a qualified organization provides greater tax benefits than selling the securities and donating the cash proceeds.
We recommend consulting your tax advisor or brokerage firm for guidance specific to your situation.
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To transfer stock to the Abbey of the Hills Inn & Retreat Center:
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Instruct your broker to transfer shares of stock using the following information:
Broker: Raymond James
Contacts: Sallie Doty or Marc Schmitz, 605-224-2636
Address: 208 W Capitol Ave, Pierre, SD 57501
Account Number: 4347N122
Account Name: The Abbey of the Hills Inn & Retreat Center
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2. Notify the Abbey of the Hills:
Contact Margaret Artz, Chief Development Officer, at 605-398-9200 ext. 113 or by email at margaretartz@abbeyofthehills.org to ensure we are aware of your pending stock transfer.
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Upon receipt, we will issue a stock transfer receipt. Your gift will be valued at the fair market value of the stock—defined by the IRS as the average of the high and low trading prices on the date of transfer.
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We are deeply grateful for your generosity and partnership as we work together to advance the Abbey of the Hills’ mission—providing a sacred space where individuals can rediscover peace and deepen their connection with God.
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If you have any questions, please reach out to the Development Office at 605-398-9200 ext. 113.
The Abbey of the Hills Inn and Retreat Center is a registered 501(c)(3)
non-profit organization, EIN Number: 46-4176934
