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A Smarter Exit for Monument Property Owners

Charitable real estate gifts quietly fund some of the most important work across El Paso County. Your Monument property can join that effort while delivering one of the largest deductions available in the tax code.

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A Discreet Way to Give

A property donation in Monument skips the public listing, the open houses, and the price history that a sale leaves on the record.

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Close in Weeks, Not Months

A Monument property can sit listed for a full season before it closes. A charitable transfer typically wraps in weeks once title review is complete.

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Work Only With Vetted 501(c)(3)s

Every organization listed for Monument is a pre-screened, IRS-qualified public charity equipped to accept real property.

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MatchingDonors.com

Turn your property into a second chance at life.

MatchingDonors.com is a 501(c)(3) that connects patients in need of a transplant with living altruistic organ donors — the first organization to facilitate an organ transplant through the internet. Real estate gifts are converted into operating support, helping patients find a match in months instead of years on the national waiting list.

10,000+ patients helped finding a living donor since 2004
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Donate property. Help save a life waiting for a transplant.

Real estate gifts routed to MatchingDonors.com receive prioritized handling — clear title transfer, fair-market-value appraisal, and a deduction letter inside 60 days. Proceeds fund the matching platform that has connected over 15,000 registered donors with patients in need.

10,000+ patients helped finding a living donor since 2004

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See how much impact your property could make.

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Where Your Monument Donation Can Go

Well-known 501(c)(3) charities serving Monument — local branches plus national organizations that accept real estate.

Workforce & Jobs

Goodwill

Funds job training and employment placement programs through donated goods and community services.

location_on15821 Jackson Creek Pkwy, Monument, CO 80132call(719) 481-5697
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Youth & Community

YMCA

Runs youth programs, fitness facilities, and community services that strengthen local neighborhoods.

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location_on17250 Jackson Creek Pkwy, Monument, CO 80132call(719) 481-8728
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Housing & Urban Development

Habitat for Humanity

Builds and repairs affordable homes alongside families working toward stable, long-term homeownership.

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location_on700 Valley View Dr, Woodland Park, CO 80863call(719) 687-4447
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Human Services

The Salvation Army

Provides shelter, disaster relief, addiction recovery, and food assistance to people in crisis.

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location_on3955 Tutt Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80922call(719) 574-4335
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Environment

The Nature Conservancy

Protects ecologically important lands and waters across the United States and globally.

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Real Estate Is Monument's Most Overlooked Charitable Asset

Most giving happens in cash, but cash is rarely a donor's most appreciated asset. Across El Paso County, a long-held home can represent decades of untaxed appreciation that a cash gift will never match.

Donating that property directly — rather than selling it and giving the proceeds — keeps the capital gains tax out of the equation entirely and routes the full value to the cause you choose.

How a Monument Donation Works

A transparent, four-step process ensures a smooth transition from property to philanthropy. (The exact process may differ between organizations, these are the general phases)

1

Property Valuation

Your charity will conduct a preliminary assessment of your property's market value and suitability for donation.

2

Legal & Title Review

Their experts handle title searches, environmental checks, and prepare all necessary transfer paperwork.

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Deed Transfer

The property is officially transferred to the charity. You receive IRS Form 8283 for tax deduction purposes.

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Fund Distribution

The property is sold and proceeds are distributed to your chosen charity to fund their mission.

The Tax Picture for a Monument Property Gift

Donors who itemize can generally deduct the fair market value of Monument real estate held longer than a year, up to 30% of adjusted gross income, with a five-year carryforward for any excess.

A qualified appraisal and IRS Form 8283 substantiate the deduction. This is general information, not tax advice — confirm the specifics with your own advisor.

Frequently Asked Questions for Monument Donors

Straight answers on donating real estate, the tax treatment, and what to expect.

Can I donate a vacation home or second property in Monument? expand_more

Absolutely. Second homes and vacation properties are common donations — they often carry significant appreciation and ongoing costs that a gift resolves at once.

Can a business, LLC, or trust donate real estate in Monument? expand_more

Yes. Property held by a company, partnership, or trust can be donated, though the deduction rules differ from those for individuals. An entity considering a gift should review the specifics with its tax advisor.

Can I donate a Monument property that has a lien or unpaid taxes? expand_more

Often yes. Liens and unpaid property taxes add steps but do not automatically disqualify a gift. The receiving charity reviews any encumbrances during its assessment and explains how they affect the donation.

Does it matter what time of year I donate my Monument property? expand_more

The deduction applies to the tax year in which the title transfer is completed. Donors aiming to claim it in a particular year often start early enough to leave room for the appraisal and title review before December 31.

Can I choose which charity near Monument receives my property? expand_more

Yes. You select the cause that fits your intent. We can also route your gift to a featured partner organization equipped to handle real estate efficiently.

What is IRS Form 8283 and do I need it? expand_more

Form 8283 is the IRS form for reporting noncash charitable contributions. A real estate gift is reported in its Section B, signed by both the appraiser and the receiving charity, and filed with your return for the year of the donation.