Every gift changes a life.
At Heart for Africa, your generosity fuels hope, healing, and opportunity for vulnerable children and communities in Africa. Whether through a one-time donation, monthly sponsorship, or a more creative way of giving, you can choose the method that fits your life best.
Explore the options below and discover how your gift can transform lives today and for generations to come.
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Gifts for the future allow you to honor your loved ones and support what’s most important in your life
Legacy Giving
Build a legacy of love
By including Heart for Africa in your will, trust, or estate plan, you create a lasting impact that will continue to provide for children long after your lifetime. Legacy gifts ensure that our mission to rescue and care for the most vulnerable will endure for years to come.
How to Give
It’s as simple as adding a sentence to your will. We can provide sample bequest language and confidential guidance to make the process smooth. If you’d like, you can let us know about your plans so we can thank you now for your future gift. We’ve partnered with FreeWill to make it easy for you to create a will or trust at no cost.
Explore donation options that best fit your personal circumstances and financial goals.
Matching Gifts
Double your gift. Double your impact.
Did you know that thousands of companies match employee charitable contributions? That means your gift to Heart for Africa could be doubled (or even tripled) at no additional cost to you.
How to Give
After making your donation, check with your HR or benefits office to see if your employer offers matching. You can also use the easy search tool below to help you find out in seconds! With just a little extra paperwork, your generosity goes twice as far.
Stocks and Securities
Give smarter with appreciated assets.
Donating stock is one of the most tax-efficient ways to support Heart for Africa. When you give appreciated securities, you may avoid capital gains taxes and still deduct the full fair market value of the gift.
How to Give
Simply instruct your broker to transfer shares directly to Heart for Africa. We’ll provide all the information your advisor needs. Your investment in us multiplies—changing lives today while providing you with potential tax benefits.
Donor Advised Funds
Your generosity, your timing.
If you have a donor-advised fund (DAF), recommending a grant to Heart for Africa is a convenient and impactful way to give. DAFs allow you to enjoy tax benefits now while deciding later how your generosity is distributed.
How to Give
Tools you will need: EIN, mailing address, and office phone number on this page.
Use your DAF provider’s portal to recommend a grant directly to Heart for Africa. We also provide quick links for Fidelity, Schwab, Vanguard, and others to make the process seamless. Every grant brings children one step closer to a brighter future.
IRA Contributions
Turn retirement savings into hope.
If you’re 70 or older, you can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) directly from your IRA to Heart for Africa. These gifts can satisfy your required minimum distribution (RMD) and are excluded from your taxable income—making them a smart and powerful way to give.
How to Give
Contact your IRA custodian and ask them to direct a distribution to Heart for Africa. We’ll provide the information your advisor needs and a step-by-step guide to make it easy. Your retirement savings can provide food, shelter, and education to children who need it most.
Non-Cash Assets
Your resources can provide theirs.
You may not think of your vehicle, property, or other personal assets as a way to give—but they can be life-changing for the children we serve. By donating non-cash assets, you free up resources that directly support food, shelter, healthcare, and education.
How to Give
From vehicles and real estate to equipment and jewelry, our team works with you to make the process simple and secure. Together, we’ll turn what you no longer need into something every child deserves: hope for the future.
Every gift matters.
Already included us in your plans? Let us know!
Telling us more about your estate plans helps ensure your gift is used in the way you intended.
Legacy Giving
What is legacy giving / planned giving?
Legacy giving (also called planned giving) means including Heart for Africa in your estate plan, will, trust, or other financial instruments so your support continues even after your lifetime. It’s a way to make a lasting impact without affecting your current cash flow.
How can I leave a gift to Heart for Africa through my will or trust?
You can include a bequest in your will or trust by specifying the amount or percentage you wish to give to Heart for Africa. Your attorney can help you draft the correct language. We also welcome you letting us know your plans so we can express our gratitude and honor your wishes.
What are some non-cash ways I can plan a legacy gift?
Besides including us in your will or trust, you can donate stocks, bonds, mutual funds, retirement accounts, life insurance policies, or other non-probate assets. These gifts often have tax advantages and allow you to use appreciated assets rather than cash.
What are the tax benefits of giving stocks or bonds to charity?
When you give appreciated securities, you may avoid paying capital gains tax on those assets. You also typically get a charitable deduction equal to the fair market value of the stocks or bonds at the time of donation, depending on how long you’ve held them.
Can I designate Heart for Africa as a beneficiary of my retirement account or life insurance?
Yes. You can name Heart for Africa as a beneficiary on retirement accounts (like IRAs, 401(k)s), life insurance policies, or similarly structured assets. This is a simple way to leave a legacy gift that doesn’t go through probate.
How do I donate stock or securities to Heart for Africa?
You or your broker can transfer stocks or securities electronically to our Charles Schwab & Company brokerage account. Be sure to notify us of the number of shares and the name of the stock so we can provide a proper receipt.
Do I need an attorney to set up legacy giving?
For simple gifts (like leaving a bequest in your will or naming a beneficiary), having an attorney review your documents is strongly recommended to ensure legal validity. For more complex arrangements (trusts, annuities, etc.), using a qualified attorney is especially important.
Can I change my legacy gift later?
Yes. Your plans can be updated at any time as your situation changes. Wills, trusts, and beneficiary designations are modifiable. Letting us know of changes helps us honor your intention correctly.
Is there a minimum size gift for legacy giving?
No. Legacy gifts of any size are meaningful. Whether large or modest, every gift helps ensure future stability and supports long-term work for children, education, sustainable development, and community in Eswatini.
What happens after I name Heart for Africa in my will or as beneficiary?
Once the document is legally executed and your gift is activated, Heart for Africa will receive the gift. If you notify us of your intention, we can acknowledge your generosity, plan for the future use of the gift, and keep you posted on its impact.
Can legacy gifts be restricted to a specific program?
Yes. If there is a program or area (like education, orphans, or farm development) that matters deeply to you, you can specify that in your will or designation. If not specified, gifts generally go toward the area of greatest need.
Does including Heart for Africa in my estate plan affect my heirs?
Planned gifts are made from assets you own, but including a gift does reduce what remains for heirs only in the sense that what you designate to charity comes out after your other bequests, debts, and expenses. It’s wise to talk with your family and legal or financial advisor when making plans.
How are legacy gifts used by Heart for Africa?
Legacy gifts help ensure the sustainability of our work at Project Canaan in Eswatini—caring for children, growing food, educating, creating jobs, and enabling social and environmental sustainability. Because they are often made for long-term impact, they can allow for strategic planning and growth.
What is FreeWill and how can it help me plan my legacy gift?
FreeWill is a tool that helps people create a free, legally valid will online and include charities in their estate plans. Using it, you can name Heart for Africa in your will or designate it as a beneficiary for non-probate assets. It’s helpful especially if you don’t yet have an estate plan or want to update one.
Is my legacy gift secure and is my information private?
Yes. At Heart for Africa we treat your wishes with respect and confidentiality. If you use tools like FreeWill, they follow strong privacy and security practices. Your gift intention is honored according to your legal documents.