Housing & Urban Development
Habitat for Humanity
Builds and repairs affordable homes alongside families working toward stable, long-term homeownership.
location_on305 Curtis St, Delaware, OH 43015call(740) 363-9950
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Give Delaware Real Estate, Skip the Capital Gains
Real estate is the most overlooked charitable asset in Delaware. A direct donation to a 501(c)(3) means no capital gains tax, no commissions, and a deduction based on the property's full fair market value.
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The Upside of Donating in Delaware
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A Fair-Market-Value Deduction
Donors who itemize can deduct the full appraised value of Delaware real estate, often the single largest charitable write-off available in a given year.
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No Commissions, No Showings
A traditional Delaware sale means agent fees, staging, repairs, and months of open houses. A donation transfers title directly — none of that applies.
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Offload a Burdensome Property
Vacant homes, inherited houses, and tired rentals carry taxes, insurance, and upkeep. Donating a Delaware property ends the carrying costs in one step.
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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
Request a Property Valuation
See how much impact your property could make.
Choose a Cause Serving Delaware County
Well-known 501(c)(3) charities serving Delaware — local branches plus national organizations that accept real estate.
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Workforce & JobsGoodwill
Funds job training and employment placement programs through donated goods and community services.
location_on1137 Columbus Pike, Delaware, OH 43015call(740) 362-5541
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Disaster ReliefAmerican Red Cross
Delivers emergency response, blood services, and disaster recovery across the country.
location_on380 Hills Miller Rd, Delaware, OH 43015call(740) 362-2021
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Health & ResearchAmerican Cancer Society
Funds cancer research, patient support programs, and prevention education nationwide.
location_on5555 Frantz Rd, Dublin, OH 43017call(800) 227-2345
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Youth & CommunityYMCA
Runs youth programs, fitness facilities, and community services that strengthen local neighborhoods.
location_on4515 Cosgray Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026call(614) 334-9622
Donation vs. Sale: The Delaware Math
A Delaware 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.
From Delaware Property to Philanthropy
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.
Real Estate Is Delaware's Most Overlooked Charitable Asset
Most giving happens in cash, but cash is rarely a donor's most appreciated asset. Across Delaware County, a long-held home can represent decades of untaxed appreciation that a cash gift will never match.
Donating that property directly — rather than selling it and giving the proceeds — keeps the capital gains tax out of the equation entirely and routes the full value to the cause you choose.
What Delaware Homeowners Ask Us
Straight answers on donating real estate, the tax treatment, and what to expect.
Can I donate just part of my Delaware property? expand_more
A partial or fractional interest can sometimes be donated, but the tax rules are stricter than for a whole-property gift. If you are considering a partial donation, discuss it with your tax advisor first.
My Delaware property may have environmental issues — can it still be donated? expand_more
Possibly. Charities accept properties with environmental questions but allow extra time for inspections and due diligence. Disclosing known concerns up front helps the receiving charity assess whether it can take the gift.
What does a charity do with my donated Delaware property? expand_more
It depends on the organization. Some charities sell donated real estate and direct the proceeds to their programs; others may put a property to use directly. The receiving charity can explain its intended use before you complete the gift.
Do I have to pay capital gains tax if I donate my Delaware 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.
If I request a valuation for my Delaware property, am I committing to donate? expand_more
No. A valuation request is informational and carries no cost or obligation. You can review the estimate and decide whether a donation makes sense for you.
Can I donate a Delaware property that I own with other people? expand_more
Yes, though every owner on the title generally must agree to and sign the transfer. Jointly owned and inherited properties are common donations once the co-owners are aligned.
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