Onward Neighborhood House is a tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions to Onward Neighborhood House are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Donors will receive a written acknowledgment containing all required information for their records.
Donate By Mail
Checks and cash can be sent by mail to:
Onward Neighborhood House
5413 W Diversey Ave
Chicago, IL 60639
(773) 622-3215
If you are sending a donation by mail, please also send an email to Emilio Araujo at earaujo@onwardhouse.org so we can confirm receipt of your support.
Donate Online
- Donate directly to Onward House through our secure portal.
- Donate online via PayPal.
- Donate from a Donor Advised Fund (DAF). Onward House’s Federal Tax ID (EIN) is 36-2167822.
Matching Gifts
Matching gifts allow your employer to match your charitable donations through your workplace, doubling your contribution! Ask your employer if there is a matching gifts program at your workplace. We are happy to assist you with this process. Please contact us to learn more.
Stock
A direct gift of stock or securities allows Onward House to receive the full sale proceeds, and you may be able to bypass capital gains tax. This approach often results in more resources going to the causes you care about. You can donate long-term appreciated securities, including stock, bonds, and mutual funds, directly to Onward House. Take an immediate income tax deduction in the amount of the full fair market value if you itemize your deductions.
Please consult your tax advisor who can help you determine if this is the right strategy for you.
To donate stock, please send an email to the Director of Development and Communications, Emilio Araujo, at earaujo@onwardhouse.org and for the DTC donation instructions and support with facilitating the donation.
Foundations
Onward House is always looking to connect with foundations who support the kind of work that we do. If you are a foundation representative, please reach out directly to our Institutional Giving Officer, Eleni Dima, CFRE, at edima@onwardhouse.org to connect.
Legacy Gifts
A legacy gift is a gift you plan now that comes to Onward House later, through your will, trust, or by naming us as a beneficiary of an account. Since 1893, generations of supporters have helped Onward House open doors for Chicago families. A legacy gift is a way to be part of that history, and gifts of any size make a difference.
Bequests: A bequest is a provision in your will or living trust that leaves to Onward Neighborhood House a specific item, an amount of money, a gift contingent upon certain events, or a percentage of your estate. Your attorney can help you add a bequest to your estate plans.
Beneficiary designations: You can name Onward Neighborhood House as a beneficiary of a retirement account, life insurance policy, or bank or brokerage account, often with a simple form from your account provider. Your financial advisor can help you decide which accounts make sense for you.
For you and your attorney or financial advisor: Onward Neighborhood House, 5413 W. Diversey Ave., Chicago, IL 60639, Federal Tax ID (EIN): 36-2167822.
If you have included Onward Neighborhood House in your plans, please let us know so we may recognize your thoughtfulness. For sample bequest language to share with your attorney, or to talk about a legacy gift, please contact Director of Development and Communications Emilio Araujo at earaujo@onwardhouse.org or (773) 622-3215.