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Giving to SHELTER, Inc.

Whether we are keeping a family from losing their home or helping a homeless family get off the streets, SHELTER, Inc. is working to make sure there is A Home for Everyone. Thank you for your support!

Individual Donations
Tax deductible donations can be made at any time during the year. Please click on the following links to either donate online now or download and send in our donation form.

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Donation Form (PDF)

In-Kind Donations
Please click on the following link to learn more about donating food, personal care, and household items.

In Kind-Donations

Gifts of Stock
SHELTER, Inc. accepts any stocks, common or preferred.  Contact the Development Department at (925) 957-7572 or cynthiad@shelterincofccc.org

Planned Giving Opportunities
The Legacy Society:  By leaving an investment to SHELTER, Inc., you become a member of The Legacy Society, a group of extraordinary men and women who have created a gift for SHELTER, Inc. Members of the Society are people who have demonstrated their belief in the work and mission of SHELTER, Inc. by including the organization in their estate plans; it is a deep and moving commitment. Examples of investments include:

  • Bequests made in your will or living trust
  • Bequests that name SHELTER, Inc. as a beneficiary of a retirement fund, insurance policy or successor to your bank or investment account
  • Life Income Gifts such as the Chariable Gift Annuity

Please click on the below PDF to learn more investment opportunities.  For information about making a planned gift, please contact Cynthia Dial, Development Director at 925- 335-0698 or cynthiad@shelterincofccc.org

Planned giving

Memorials and Honorariums
Remember a loved one or honor a friend by making a donation in their name.  To receive additional information contact the Development Department at (925) 957-7572 or cynthiad@shelterincofccc.org

United Way and other Workside Campaigns
We are listed as SHELTER, Inc. in your campaign directory.  Designate your pledge to SHELTER, Inc. by entering the campaign code number #3186 in the space provided on your pledge form.

Corporate Donations
Donations from businesses and corporations are always welcome.  Appropriate appreciation is demonstrated by including the business's name in our newsletter, newspaper articles and annual report program.  For additional information please contact the Development Department at (925) 957-7572.

Car Donations
SHELTER, Inc. accepts most vehicles, running or not, which are then sold. The proceeds from sales, after related expenses, assist homeless Contra Costans obtain economic stability and housing. Please call Car Donation Services, Inc. directly at 1-888-686-4483 and tell them you'd like to make a donation to SHELTER, Inc.

Tiny Tickets
The residual amount left on your BART tickets will be redeemed at face value. Just turn them in to SHELTER, Inc. at 1815 Arnold Drive, Martinez, CA 94553.

Thank you for your support!