Appreciated Securities Donors can qualify for an income tax charitable tax deduction based on the market value of the securities at the time of the gift and avoid the capital gains tax.
Donors can potentially receive greater income by funding a life income agreement.
The two most common planned gifts are a bequest or life income agreement. Planned giving is an ideal way to plan for the future, to retain real benefits for the donor, and to enhance the Johnson Museum's mission of bringing art and people together.