Donate
Donations can be accepted by phone at (801) 359-0698 or by mail at 242 W. Paramount Ave. Salt Lake City, UT 84115
Other Ways to Give
Mail a Check
Prefer to mail your gift? Please make checks payable to Shelter the Homeless, Inc. and send them to:
242 W. Paramount Avenue
Salt Lake City, UT 84115
Please note: We cannot accept donations over the phone.
Publicly Traded Securities & Stock
Donating publicly traded securities can be a tax-efficient way to support Shelter the Homeless. Please talk to your tax advisor to see if this situation makes sense for your situation.
To start, please contact Josie White, Philanthropic Officer, at [email protected] or at 801-634-2408. We’ll provide simple instructions for your advisor or brokerage.
Complex and Legacy Gifts
We are grateful to work with donors who wish to make complex or legacy gifts, including:
- Real estate
- IRA charitable distributions
- Other complex assets (let’s talk!)
How it works: please contact Josie White, Philanthropic Officer, at [email protected] or at 801-634-2408 to get the process started
Donor-Advised Funds
Donor-Advised Fund giving is a convenient way to support our mission.
How to give:
- Log in to your DAF account
- Search for Shelter the Homeless, Inc. or using our Tax ID 74-2548948
- Recommend a grant in the amount you wish to give
If you need assistance, please contact Josie White, Philanthropic Officer, at [email protected] or at 801-634-2408.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I host a fundraising event to benefit Shelter the Homeless?
Yes, and we’d love to support you! Please contact Josie White at [email protected] or (801) 634-2408 before planning or promoting your event so we can confirm alignment, provide appropriate materials, and ensure donations are properly designated.
Can I donate tangible personal property to Shelter the Homeless?
Yes, in some cases. Acceptance depends on the item’s nature, condition, and whether it can support our mission. Please contact Josie at [email protected] or (801) 634-2408 to discuss your gift.
Can I donate cryptocurrency to Shelter the Homeless?
Yes. We accept cryptocurrency donations through every.org. Please make your secure donation here: https://www.every.org/signup
Can I designate my gift for a specific program or purpose?
Yes! We’re happy to honor donor intent whenever possible. Please contact Josie directly at [email protected] or (801) 634-2408 to discuss your wishes. We’ll work with you to ensure your gift is used as intended and formalize the designation in a brief gift agreement.
Is my gift tax deductible?
Yes. Shelter the Homeless is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit; EIN: 74-258948. Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. You’ll receive an email receipt for your records.
Can I donate by phone?
No. For your security, we cannot accept donations by phone. Please use our secure online form or mail a check.
Can I give anonymously?
Yes, check the “Give anonymously” box on our form or note it with your mailed check.
The investment that donors like you make to support operations of the HRCs demonstrates the extraordinary joint efforts that are required to find and implement best practice solutions to prevent and end homelessness in our community. We greatly appreciate your generous support and commitment to helping those who are experiencing homelessness. Thank you for contributing to this important effort that aims to improve our community for all.