Legacy Giving
Become a Friend of MEOW through planned giving. Planned giving provides a meaningful way for donors to leave a lasting legacy. Planned gifts do not adversely impact your current financial situation and could have tax benefits in the present as well as benefits to your estate.
On this page, we discuss three types of planned gifts:
- Bequeath a cat
- Life insurance
- Stocks, Bonds, Mutual Funds and Other Appreciated Securities
Bequeath Your Cat(s)
Our Bequeath of Your Companion Cat(s) program offers an option for individuals with cats to provide them with peace of mind, should their feline friends outlive them. By making a specific financial contribution in your will, you can ensure that your beloved cat(s) have a place at MEOW, even after you are gone.
Life Insurance
MEOW Foundation can be named as a beneficiary of, or made the owner of, a life insurance policy. Tax advantages may be available to the donor for this type of donation. Consult your life insurance provider and tax advisor for more information.
Stocks, Bonds, Mutual Funds and Other Appreciated Securities
If you’re looking for a way to make a significant contribution to MEOW Foundation and have investments which have grown in value from the time of purchase, a donation of a stock or mutual fund may be for you. MEOW Foundation accepts donations of stocks and other appreciated securities, including mutual funds, bonds and segregated funds.
With changes to tax legislation regarding the handling of capital gains, the donation of an appreciated security versus the sale of the stock to provide a cash donation can provide tax advantages. How does this work in your advantage? Normally, when you sell appreciated securities, you will have to pay tax on your gains. If you donate appreciated securities directly to MEOW Foundation, the capital gains tax will be significantly reduced and you’ll receive a donation receipt for fair market value—all while making a lasting contribution to help abandoned cats in Calgary.
To begin planning your donation of Stocks, please download our Gift of Securities Donation Form. Completed forms can be sent to MEOW Foundation, PO Box 65024 RPO North Hill, Calgary, AB T2N 4T6.
For more information, please contact plannedgiving@meowfoundation.com.
Note About Planned Giving
MEOW Foundation knows that family comes first and appreciates your desire to provide for your family, pets and favourite charities in your estate planning process. Each of the opportunities to give listed above requires careful consideration and discussion with your family and your own professional advisors, lawyers, estate planners and financial advisors. The ideas presented here are not intended to replace the advice of trained professionals.
Please be advised that our organization’s legal name is MEOW Foundation for the Adoption of Abandoned Cats. Our Registered Charity number is: 895012813 RR0001
Donate Financially
MEOW Foundation relies on the generosity of our donors to provide lifesaving care to cats in need. By making a financial donation, you will directly help fund our programs and support our mission. We gratefully accept all donations, and you will receive a tax receipt for any donation of $20 or more.
Get Involved
Are you passionate about animal welfare and looking to make a difference in the lives of stray and abandoned cats? Become a MEOW Foundation volunteer! Our volunteers play an essential role in operations at our Adoption Centre, MEOW Charity Thrift Shop, Regal Cat Café, and beyond. From cat care to crafting, there are so many different ways to get involved.
Other Ways to Give
There are so many ways to support MEOW Foundation. Consider supporting MEOW by donating cat care items or participating in one of our partner programs. All contributions make a difference in the lives of MEOW cats and the people who love them.