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Goodwill
Funds job training and employment placement programs through donated goods and community services.
location_on2030 Phoenix Center Dr, Washington, MO 63090call(636) 239-5586
location_on Union, MO
A Smarter Exit for Union Property Owners
Giving real estate sounds complicated. In practice, a Union donation is mostly paperwork the receiving charity prepares — a title review, a deed transfer, and a qualified appraisal you arrange to substantiate the deduction.
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What a Union Property Donation Gets You
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One Documented Deduction
A Union sale generates a stack of settlement paperwork. A donation produces a single qualified appraisal and a charity acknowledgment letter — the two documents that substantiate the gift at tax time.
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Give Your Most Appreciated Asset
For many owners a long-held Union property has gained far more value than any cash savings — which makes the property itself the most tax-efficient thing to give.
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Work Only With Vetted 501(c)(3)s
Every organization listed for Union is a pre-screened, IRS-qualified public charity equipped to accept real property.
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MatchingDonors.com
Turn your property into a second chance at life.
MatchingDonors.com is a 501(c)(3) that connects patients in need of a transplant with living altruistic organ donors — the first organization to facilitate an organ transplant through the internet. Real estate gifts are converted into operating support, helping patients find a match in months instead of years on the national waiting list.
10,000+ patients helped finding a living donor since 2004
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Donate property. Help save a life waiting for a transplant.
Real estate gifts routed to MatchingDonors.com receive prioritized handling — clear title transfer, fair-market-value appraisal, and a deduction letter inside 60 days. Proceeds fund the matching platform that has connected over 15,000 registered donors with patients in need.
10,000+ patients helped finding a living donor since 2004
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See how much impact your property could make.
Choose a Cause Serving Franklin County
Well-known 501(c)(3) charities serving Union — local branches plus national organizations that accept real estate.
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Youth & CommunityYMCA
Runs youth programs, fitness facilities, and community services that strengthen local neighborhoods.
location_on400 Grand Ave, Washington, MO 63090call(636) 239-5704
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Human ServicesThe Salvation Army
Provides shelter, disaster relief, addiction recovery, and food assistance to people in crisis.
location_on1 William Booth Dr, O Fallon, MO 63366call(636) 240-4969
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Human ServicesSt. Vincent de Paul
Offers food, housing assistance, and direct aid to neighbors facing poverty and hardship.
location_on625 Gravois Rd, Fenton, MO 63026call(314) 881-6000
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Housing & Urban DevelopmentHabitat for Humanity
Builds and repairs affordable homes alongside families working toward stable, long-term homeownership.
location_on2117 Sam's Dr, Des Peres, MO 63131call(314) 678-4596
Inherited a Property in Union? Here Is a Cleaner Path
Inherited real estate often arrives with emotional weight, shared ownership, and an unfamiliar maintenance burden. Selling it can mean coordinating among heirs and absorbing months of expenses.
Donating an inherited Union home converts it into a charitable deduction and a finished chapter — frequently the simplest resolution for a property no one plans to live in.
Your Union Donation, Step by Step
A transparent, four-step process ensures a smooth transition from property to philanthropy. (The exact process may differ between organizations, these are the general phases)
1
Property Valuation
Your charity will conduct a preliminary assessment of your property's market value and suitability for donation.
2
Legal & Title Review
Their experts handle title searches, environmental checks, and prepare all necessary transfer paperwork.
3
Deed Transfer
The property is officially transferred to the charity. You receive IRS Form 8283 for tax deduction purposes.
4
Fund Distribution
The property is sold and proceeds are distributed to your chosen charity to fund their mission.
Donation vs. Sale: The Union Math
A Union sale nets you cash, but only after agent commissions, closing costs, repairs, and capital gains tax are subtracted. What reaches your pocket is a fraction of the headline price.
A donation removes those subtractions. There is no commission and no capital gains event, and the charitable deduction is calculated on the property's full fair market value rather than the reduced net of a sale.
Real Estate Donation in Union: Your Questions Answered
Straight answers on donating real estate, the tax treatment, and what to expect.
Do I have to pay capital gains tax if I donate my Union property? expand_more
No. Donating the property directly to a charity means you never realize the gain, so the capital gains tax that a sale would trigger does not apply.
Should I talk to a tax advisor before donating in Union? expand_more
Yes, it is a good idea. The information here is general, and a tax professional can confirm how a property gift affects your specific deduction, income, and filing situation. The receiving charity handles the transaction, but the tax planning is yours.
How large a tax deduction will donating my Union property produce? expand_more
For property held more than a year and given to a public charity, the deduction is generally the fair market value set by a qualified appraisal. The actual tax savings depend on your appraised value, income, and filing situation, so confirm the figure with your tax advisor.
Can I choose which charity near Union receives my property? expand_more
Yes. You select the cause that fits your intent. We can also route your gift to a featured partner organization equipped to handle real estate efficiently.
Can I donate a waterfront or lakefront property in Union? expand_more
Yes. Waterfront and lakefront parcels are accepted; the charity simply allows additional time for environmental and insurance due diligence where it applies.
How are the charities listed for Union chosen? expand_more
The organizations shown for Union are recognized public charities that hold IRS 501(c)(3) status and accept real estate gifts. Easy Real Estate Donation is an independent resource and is not affiliated with the charities listed; the list is provided so you can compare options.
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