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Probate & Trust Law Section Conference Manual ... - Minnesota CLE

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I. INTRODUCTION.<br />

Often philanthropically-minded clients know that they want to make a gift but not how<br />

that gift should be accomplished. These materials are designed to provide a legal<br />

overview of several common charitable giving methods and the tax and legal implications<br />

associated with them. Understanding the opportunities and limitations involving these<br />

charitable giving methods will enable advisors to present a client with the opportunities<br />

that best align with that client’s goals and needs.<br />

Before recommending a gift or charitable tool, it is important to understand the donor’s<br />

goals and intentions through the following analysis.<br />

A. The Timing of the Gift.<br />

1. Does the donor want to make this gift now, at death, or both?<br />

2. Will anyone else be contributing to this gift or fund (e.g., spouse or third<br />

party)?<br />

3. Is the donor relying on this gift to offset income in this tax year or in the<br />

next few years?<br />

B. The Form of the Gift.<br />

1. What type of property (e.g., cash, securities, artwork) is the donor<br />

planning to contribute?<br />

2. What is the donor’s basis in the property?<br />

3. Does the donor want to receive anything in exchange or provide another<br />

individual with an interest in the gift (e.g., lifetime stream of income)?<br />

4. Who owns the property being contributed (e.g., donor, donor and spouse<br />

jointly, an entity)?<br />

C. After the Gift is Made.<br />

1. Does the donor want to have continued involvement in how these funds<br />

will be used?<br />

2. Does the donor want to impose restrictions on how the gift will be used?<br />

3. Does the donor want recognition for making this gift? If so, what are his<br />

or her expectations?<br />

D. Other Questions.<br />

1. Does the donor have a particular charity or charities in mind?

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