Besides giving an annual gift, you can also
   support the the Entomological Foundation by one of the following:   

Gift of appreciated property, such as real estate and securities, can provide especially attractive tax benefits. Many funding partners choose to make gifts in the form of common stock or other securities, such as bonds of mutual funds that have appreciated in value. In such cases, the capital gains tax on long-term holdings can be eliminated and you can claim full market value of the securities as a deduction, up to a maximum of 30% of your adjusted gross income, in the year of the gift. If you give more than the maximum allowed deductible for one year, you can deduct the excess over the next 5 years. You may attain a tax benefit for your estate if you prefer to donate the appreciated property by will.

    Bequest

Including the Entomological Foundation in your will helps to guarantee the future of our work. Bequests, by gifts or will, large or small, are exceptional ways to perpetuate your interest in entomology. Your gift, whether in cash, securities, or other property may be fully deducted in figuring estate and inheritance taxes. Consult with your professional advisor to determine the most advantageous ways for you to support your interest in entomology through the Entomological Foundation.

 Life Insurance

Life insurance is another favored means of making your contribution and can be an effective method of minimizing your income taxes. You may name the Entomological Foundation as beneficiary on a life insurance policy, and if you itemize your deductions the premiums you pay are tax deductible. The Entomological Foundation receives 100% of the proceeds from this gift, undiminished by federal income and estate taxes, probate and administrative costs, brokerage fees, and other transfers.

    Matching Gifts

Your employer may "match" your gift to us if they have a Matching Gift program. A matching gift will help the Entomological Foundation come closer to accomplishing its mission of educating and exciting young people about science through insects to build a future for entomology.

    Memorial and Honorary Gifts

You can make a gift commemorating a friend, family member, or loved one. The gift will be designated by you for which a special memorial will be set aside according to your wish. For example, you can establish a Named Fund. The Jeffery P. LaFage Graduate Student Research Award was established as a tribute to the late Dr. LaFage. Dr. LaFage was a Professor of Urban Entomology at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge and specialized in the study of the biology and control of termites. The Jeffery P. LaFage Graduate Student Research encourages research by graduate students in the field of the biology and control of termites and other insect pests of the urban environment.

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You have the opportunity to help support The Entomological Foundation through payroll deduction. By designating your gift to The Entomological Foundation through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) and the United Way Campaign of the National Capital Area, The Entomological Foundation will work toward:

Supporting research to solve insect-related food shortages and diseases throughout the world by awarding graduate student research awards focused on applied integrated pest management and research on plant resistance to insects.

Encouraging the identification of endangered species and research focused on their ecosystems by awarding scholarships for students interested in working toward protecting the environment and restoring threatened habitats.

Awarding graduate student research awards to students in the field of the biology and control of termites or other insect pests of the urban environment.

Assisting medical and veterinary entomologists combat insects that carry diseases by awarding grants to assist postdoctoral researchers in discovering and providing vital information on the treatment and prevention of insect-related aliments.

Teaching youth the role of entomology and the benefits insects provide in sustaining the environment and providing a safe food supply.

Thank You

We would like to thank all of you who generously donated to the Entomological Foundation. Your support helps continue our work to educate and excite young people about science through insects

If you have any questions, please contact April Gower, The Entomological Foundation, at (301) 459-9083.

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