All gifts to the Wildlife Conservation Network can be designated for any species or program. WCN proudly guarantees that 100% of all designated donations go directly to helping wildlife in the field.
Please make checks payable to Wildlife Conservation Network and send them to 209 Mississippi Street, San Francisco, CA 94107.
Please indicate what species you would like your donation to go to, if any.
Please also include your contact information for the mailing of tax information.
Call 1-415-202-6380 and we are happy to discuss various programs and take your support over the phone.
Please send us an email at donate@wildnet.org and we are happy to send the wire transfer information needed by your bank.
Giving stock and other appreciated securities is a great way to give and has multiple benefits for you as the donor. Please contact donate@wildnet.org for more details on the benefits of giving stock or other securities.
WCN also accepts donations of cryptocurrencies. Click here to donate cryptocurrency.
The Combined Federal Campaign is the workplace giving program for US federal employees. If this applies to you, please consider supporting WCN, CFC #63038.
There are many ways to support wildlife when you shop including purchasing products made from our Conservation Partners, shopping at a business that donates some of their profits to WCN, or buying on AmazonSmile. Browse ways you can shop to benefit wildlife here.
Please make checks payable to Wildlife Conservation Network and send them to 209 Mississippi Street, San Francisco, CA 94107.
Please indicate what species you would like your donation to go to, if any.
Please also include your contact information for the mailing of tax information.
Call 1-415-202-6380 and we are happy to discuss various programs and take your support over the phone.
Please send us an email at donate@wildnet.org and we are happy to send the wire transfer information needed by your bank.
Giving stock and other appreciated securities is a great way to give and has multiple benefits for you as the donor. Please contact donate@wildnet.org for more details on the benefits of giving stock or other securities.
WCN also accepts donations of cryptocurrencies. Click here to donate cryptocurrency.
The Combined Federal Campaign is the workplace giving program for US federal employees. If this applies to you, please consider supporting WCN, CFC #63038.
There are many ways to support wildlife when you shop including purchasing products made from our Conservation Partners, shopping at a business that donates some of their profits to WCN, or buying on AmazonSmile. Browse ways you can shop to benefit wildlife here.
If you want to support endangered wildlife and empower conservationists to succeed, WCN can ensure your donation goes where it is most needed. We are constantly evaluating where there are gaps in funding and where there are the highest needs for WCN, our Conservation Partners, and our Wildlife Funds.
Support Where Needed MostExplore these opportunities to help your investment in wildlife conservation have the biggest impact possible.
We work hard to ensure that all of your dollars are used effectively and efficiently. On average, 93% of all money that comes to WCN directly supports our conservation programs, with only 8% used for operating expenses. Help us keep our commitment to send 100% of every designated donation to field partners with this additional optional donation.
Your 8% donation will support things like:
8% of $250 is $20.00
8% of $100 is $8.00
8% of $50 is $4.00
8% of $20 is $1.60
Help wildlife every month by signing up for a recurring donation to the species or program of your choice on our donate page. You will be a part of the Network that provides a consistent funding source, which is essential for field-based conservationists who are always in need.
You can make a donation on behalf of, in honor of, or in memory of someone. To make a tribute or memorial gift online, please choose the amount of your donation. In the Donation Options section of the donate page, check the box “Dedicate my donation on behalf of, in honor of, or in memory of someone.” You will then be able to enter additional information. If you include email address for that person, they will receive an email with a photo of the animal the donation is supporting and information about the project that the donation is supporting.
You can also make a tribute or memorial donation by calling our office at 415-202-6380.
Many employers match charitable donations, increasing the impact of your donation on wildlife conservation. Check with your company to find out if they will match your donation. Many companies will even help you make your gift via payroll deduction.
Additionally, our Conservation Partners and extended network organizations periodically offer matching gifts to support specific programs.
In 2020 the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) provided increased tax incentives in an effort to boost charitable giving for the year. This provision has been extended and expanded in 2021.
An allowance of cash gifts to WCN for those who take the standard deduction:
For those who generally take the standard deduction, instead of itemizing deductions, for their income taxes, the CARES Act allows for an additional deduction of up to $300 for cash gifts for single filers or $600 for married couples to nonprofits like WCN.
100% deductibility for cash gifts for those who itemize
For those who generally itemize their deductions for their income taxes, the CARES Act raised the limit on the deductibility of charitable donations, increasing it from 60% of adjusted gross income (AGI) to 100% of AGI for cash gifts to nonprofits like WCN.
Contributions to donor advised funds and charitable checking funds do not qualify for this additional deduction, you can learn more here. As always, we encourage you to check with your tax professional for any advice.
We work hard to ensure that all of your dollars are used effectively and efficiently. On average, 93% of all money that comes to WCN directly supports our conservation programs, with only 8% used for operating expenses. Help us keep our commitment to send 100% of every designated donation to field partners with this additional optional donation.
Your 8% donation will support things like:
8% of $250 is $20.00
8% of $100 is $8.00
8% of $50 is $4.00
8% of $20 is $1.60
Help wildlife every month by signing up for a recurring donation to the species or program of your choice on our donate page. You will be a part of the Network that provides a consistent funding source, which is essential for field-based conservationists who are always in need.
You can make a donation on behalf of, in honor of, or in memory of someone. To make a tribute or memorial gift online, please choose the amount of your donation. In the Donation Options section of the donate page, check the box “Dedicate my donation on behalf of, in honor of, or in memory of someone.” You will then be able to enter additional information. If you include email address for that person, they will receive an email with a photo of the animal the donation is supporting and information about the project that the donation is supporting.
You can also make a tribute or memorial donation by calling our office at 415-202-6380.
Many employers match charitable donations, increasing the impact of your donation on wildlife conservation. Check with your company to find out if they will match your donation. Many companies will even help you make your gift via payroll deduction.
Additionally, our Conservation Partners and extended network organizations periodically offer matching gifts to support specific programs.
In 2020 the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) provided increased tax incentives in an effort to boost charitable giving for the year. This provision has been extended and expanded in 2021.
An allowance of cash gifts to WCN for those who take the standard deduction:
For those who generally take the standard deduction, instead of itemizing deductions, for their income taxes, the CARES Act allows for an additional deduction of up to $300 for cash gifts for single filers or $600 for married couples to nonprofits like WCN.
100% deductibility for cash gifts for those who itemize
For those who generally itemize their deductions for their income taxes, the CARES Act raised the limit on the deductibility of charitable donations, increasing it from 60% of adjusted gross income (AGI) to 100% of AGI for cash gifts to nonprofits like WCN.
Contributions to donor advised funds and charitable checking funds do not qualify for this additional deduction, you can learn more here. As always, we encourage you to check with your tax professional for any advice.
We respect and cherish the trust and financial investments our donors make in us, and always strive for transparency and accountability. We intend for every dollar we raise to translate into tangible benefits for wildlife.
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