Donations are the lifeblood of our organization. Without them, the youths of Homestead and Port Elizabeth, and the children of Shanti Bhavan would be unable to participate in our programs, our artists would be unable to ply their talents and inspiration, our office would stumble to a halt. Your critical support allows ASTEP to function in all of its capacities, providing us with the means to enrich the lives and communities of young people in need across the globe.
ASTEP is a 501c(3) tax-exempt organization. All donations are tax-deductible. You can view our 501c(3) documentation on our Documents page.
Make a direct donation now by using the Google Checkout or Paypal options below:
* with Google Checkout there is no transaction fee for us (an account or registration is required), but don't let that deter you from using Paypal (no account required). We will happily accept either.
Donate Stocks or Mutual Funds
Donating common stock or mutual funds to our Schwab One Organization Account is a wonderful way to help ASTEP fund its programming!
If you have common stock that you have owned for more than one year, and it has appreciated since you purchased it, you can save on the capital gains tax you would owe if you sold it yourself by donating the stock to ASTEP. Once you have donated your stock to ASTEP you will be entitled to an income tax deduction for the full current market value of your gift, to the extent allowed by law.
Example: Mr. X purchased 100 shares of Y stock three years ago at $50 per share or $5,000. This stock is now worth $100 per share, or $10,000. If Mr. X sold the stock, he would pay capital gains taxes on the $5,000 of appreciation. If Mr. X donates the stock to ASTEP, he is entitled to a charitable deduction of $10,000 from his taxes and pays no capital gains tax. Plus, Mr. X can deduct stock donations equal to an amount of up to 30 percent of his adjusted gross income, and any excess deductible amount can be carried over for as long as five years to offset his income or capital gains taxes.
As always, we suggest that you consult with your independent financial, tax, or legal advisor for specific help with your particular situation, as ASTEP does not provide financial, tax, or legal advice. If you are interested in donating your stock to ASTEP, please call our offices at 212.921.1227.
Donate by Mail or Phone
You can make a contribution to ASTEP via phone by calling: 212.921.1227. Or, you can mail your donation to: Artists Striving To End Poverty, 165 West 46th Street, Suite 1308, New York, NY 10036.
Corporate Sponsorship/Partners
Become a corporate partner, a major program or event sponsor, or even specify ASTEP as your charity of choice in your workplace giving campaigns. For more info, contact our Donations Manager.