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Roman Catholic Diocese
of Portland
510 Ocean Avenue
P.O. 11559
Portland, Me 04104

Telephone: 207.773.6471
Fax: 207.773.0182
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This website is made possible through the generosity of the people of the Diocese of Portland to the annual Bishop's Appeal campaign.

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Gifts of Business Interests

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How it works

You give shares of closely-held stock to the Catholic Foundation of Maine.

The Catholic Foundation of Maine receives dividends from the stock, or offers the stock back to your company for redemption or re-purchase.

Benefits

You receive gift credit and an immediate income tax deduction for the appraised value of your shares, even if their original value was close to zero.
You pay no capital gains tax on any appreciation that has taken place in the shares.
Under certain conditions, you may be able to use closely-held shares to fund a life-income arrangement.
You have the satisfaction of making a significant gift that benefits both you anda fund of your choice at the Catholic Foundation of Maine during your lifetime.

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To learn more about gifts of business interests, Email us, complete the Information Request Form, or call us at 207-321-7835 so that we can assist you.

Patricia M. Long
Executive Director
Catholic Foundation of Maine
P O Box 11559
Portland, Maine 04104-7559
207-321-7835
plong@portlanddiocese.net