Ways to Make an Impact for Invertebrates this Year-End

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December 9, 2025 | View as Webpage

You Can Make an Impact for Invertebrates this Year-End

The issues facing invertebrates are many and serious, and this time of year, we look to you, our loyal and generous supporters, to fund our essential work in 2026. All of our achievements—every acre of habitat planted, every natural area protected from pesticide sprays, every species protected by the Endangered Species Act—were made possible because of you.  

Here are tax-wise options for you to make an impact this year-end:

Gifts of Stock

Donating stock can result in a bigger gift to conservation at no additional cost to you. When you donate stocks, bonds, or mutual funds that have increased in value, you may avoid paying capital gains tax. Xerces stock transfer information is available at xerces.org/donate/stock.

IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)

If you are 70½ years or older, you can give directly from your individual retirement account (IRA). You may give up to $108,000 per person each year without incurring income tax on your withdrawal. These QCDs may also satisfy your required minimum distribution depending on your age. 

Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)

Donor-advised funds offer an easy and flexible way to manage your giving. Recommend a gift to Xerces from your DAF today and put your funds directly to work protecting your favorite invertebrates.

With your help, we can continue to rebuild invertebrate habitat, fight pesticide overuse, and halt the loss of critical invertebrate species across North America. However you choose to give, we are so grateful.

Thank you for your support!

Sincerely,

Scott Black, Director

P.S. Please join me for a free webinar on December 18th, Celebrating Success in Uncertain Times: A Review of The Xerces Society’s 2025 Achievements.

The Xerces Society does not provide tax or legal advice. Please consult with your professional advisor for guidance on your situation. Non-cash gifts should be initiated in advance of Wednesday, December 31 for your gift to count in 2025. You can ask questions or notify us of your plans by emailing us atmembership.

The Xerces Society is a donor-supported nonprofit organization that protects our world through the conservation of invertebrates and their habitats.

Your tax-deductible donation will help grow and sustain that essential work.

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