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Goodwill
Funds job training and employment placement programs through donated goods and community services.
location_on1163 Merrick Ave, Merrick, NY 11566call(516) 206-3984
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Merrick Real Estate Can Do More Than Sell
Charitable real estate gifts quietly fund some of the most important work across Nassau County. Your Merrick property can join that effort while delivering one of the largest deductions available in the tax code.
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The Upside of Donating in Merrick
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No Commissions, No Showings
A traditional Merrick sale means agent fees, staging, repairs, and months of open houses. A donation transfers title directly — none of that applies.
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A Discreet Way to Give
A property donation in Merrick skips the public listing, the open houses, and the price history that a sale leaves on the record.
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Avoid Capital Gains Tax
Sell an appreciated Merrick property and the IRS takes a cut of every dollar of gain. Donate it instead and that capital gains liability disappears entirely.
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Featured Partner
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.
501(c)(3) Organizations Serving Merrick
Well-known 501(c)(3) charities serving Merrick — local branches plus national organizations that accept real estate.
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Human ServicesThe Salvation Army
Provides shelter, disaster relief, addiction recovery, and food assistance to people in crisis.
location_on194 Front St, Hempstead, NY 11550call(800) 728-7825
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Human ServicesSt. Vincent de Paul
Offers food, housing assistance, and direct aid to neighbors facing poverty and hardship.
location_on249 Broadway, Bethpage, NY 11714call(516) 822-3132
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Disaster ReliefAmerican Red Cross
Delivers emergency response, blood services, and disaster recovery across the country.
location_on999 South Oyster Bay Rd, Ste 112, Bethpage, NY 11714call(516) 349-0985
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Housing & Urban DevelopmentHabitat for Humanity
Builds and repairs affordable homes alongside families working toward stable, long-term homeownership.
location_on529 Main St, New Rochelle, NY 10801call(914) 636-8592
What Kinds of Merrick Property Can Be Donated
Qualified charities accept far more than single-family homes. Condominiums, multi-family buildings, vacant land, commercial space, and even fractional interests are all candidates for donation in Merrick.
Property with a mortgage, title complications, or deferred maintenance can still qualify — those details are worked out during the review stage, not before.
What to Expect When You Donate in Merrick
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.
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Deed Transfer
The property is officially transferred to the charity. You receive IRS Form 8283 for tax deduction purposes.
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Fund Distribution
The property is sold and proceeds are distributed to your chosen charity to fund their mission.
Donation vs. Sale: The Merrick Math
A Merrick 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 Merrick: Your Questions Answered
Straight answers on donating real estate, the tax treatment, and what to expect.
Do I need an appraisal to donate real estate in Merrick? expand_more
Yes. The IRS requires a qualified appraisal to substantiate a real estate deduction over $5,000, and the appraisal must be completed close to the donation date. The receiving charity can point you toward qualified appraisers.
How do I start donating my Merrick property? expand_more
Begin with the form on this page: provide a few basic details about the Merrick property and request a free valuation. From there you are connected with a qualified 501(c)(3) that handles the appraisal, title transfer, and closing directly with you.
I own a rental in Merrick I am tired of managing — can I donate it? expand_more
Yes. Tired rentals are frequently donated. A gift ends the management burden and property tax exposure while converting the asset into a deduction; existing tenancies are reviewed during assessment.
What is IRS Form 8283 and do I need it? expand_more
Form 8283 is the IRS form for reporting noncash charitable contributions. A real estate gift is reported in its Section B, signed by both the appraiser and the receiving charity, and filed with your return for the year of the donation.
What if I take the standard deduction instead of itemizing? expand_more
A charitable deduction only lowers your taxes if you itemize. If you take the standard deduction, a property gift still avoids capital gains and ends the carrying costs, but the charitable write-off itself would not apply — your tax advisor can weigh this for your situation.
Can I deduct the full value of an expensive Merrick property in one year? expand_more
The deduction for real estate is generally capped at 30% of adjusted gross income in the year of the gift, but any excess carries forward for up to five additional years.
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