Tedford Housing believes that everyone deserves to have a safe and affordable home. With the help of our diverse and loyal supporters, we are able to empower people to move from homelessness to home in the community.
There are many ways to support Tedford Housing!
Monetary Donations can also be made in person at our administrative office.
OR via mail (P.O. Box 958, Brunswick, ME 04011)
For any questions regarding monetary donations, stock donations, planned giving or online giving, please contact Danielle Triffitt, Director of Administration via email or phone at 207-729-1161, ext 100.
Other ways to Give
In-Kind Donations
Would you like to donate to Tedford in a non-monetary way? Through your generous donations of these items on our Household Supply Wishlist, we are able to shower our guests with everything they need when they finally move into their new home and ensure that our families have what they need when moving into our family shelter units.
‘CLYNK’ Your Returnable Bottles and Cans
Collect your returnable bottles and cans in one of Tedford’s tagged ‘CLYNK’ bags and drop it off at your local Hannaford. Bags can be picked up at our office, located at 14 Middle St Brunswick, Monday – Thursday 10am – 3pm.
For more information about CLYNK, click here.
Volunteer
Are you looking to donate your time with us? Please visit our Volunteer page to fill out a Volunteer Interest form and see what opportunities we may have available for volunteers.
Stock Gifts
Tedford Housing is also happy to accept gifts of stock from donors. If you would like to transfer stock to Tedford Housing, please download the Delivery Instructions for Electronic Gifts of Stock (PDF) or contact Danielle Triffitt, Director of Administration via email or phone at 207-729-1161, ext 100 with any questions.
Required Minimum Distribution
If you are required to take minimum distributions annually from your IRA or another retirement plan, you can make a direct transfer of your “Required Minimum Distribution” to Tedford Housing of up to $100,000. You will avoid all income tax on your withdrawal, even if you don’t itemize. Contact your IRA custodian with questions or to initiate a gift. Make sure your name is included in the memo line of the distribution check so we can identify and thank you.
Planned Giving / Bequests
Tedford Housing is honored that you are considering a legacy gift to support our mission of empowering people to move from homelessness to home.
Will and Bequest Sample Language: Printable PDF Version
Each individual situation is unique; therefore, the language included in the PDF above contains basic sample provisions. Please contact your attorney or estate planning professionals to assist you with specific language to include in your individual estate plans.
Tedford Housing’s tax identification number: 01-0422035.
United Way Campaign Donations
Tedford Housing is a partner agency of the United Way of Mid Coast Maine and United Way of Androscoggin County. Many companies offer the opportunity to give to a designated United Way agency via payroll deduction. Employees can choose to donate a small amount from their paycheck to Tedford Housing each pay period.
Matching Gifts
Many companies offer matching gifts programs to encourage their employee’s philanthropic activities. Please send your matching gifts form along with your personal donation to Tedford Housing, Attn: Director of Administration, P.O. Box 958, Brunswick, ME 04011. If there are any questions, please contact Danielle Triffitt, Director of Administration via email or phone at 207-729-1161, ext 100.
Tedford Housing is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All financial donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
View Tedford Housing’s financial reports here.
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