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Your Union Property Has a Higher Calling

Donating real estate is not reserved for the wealthy. Any Union owner with appreciated property, a parcel they no longer need, or a building they are done managing can give it to a 501(c)(3) and claim the deduction.

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Union County

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The Case for Donating Union Real Estate

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Support Causes in Union County

Proceeds from your gift fund real programs — housing, youth services, food security — operating in and around Union.

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A Fair-Market-Value Deduction

Donors who itemize can deduct the full appraised value of Union real estate, often the single largest charitable write-off available in a given year.

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A Discreet Way to Give

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

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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.

Charities Near Union

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

Disaster Relief

American Red Cross

Delivers emergency response, blood services, and disaster recovery across the country.

location_on303 W Main St, Union, SC 29379call(864) 427-7991

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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_on215 S Mountain St, Union, SC 29379call(864) 427-0656

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Youth & Community

YMCA

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

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location_on106 Lakeside Dr, Union, SC 29379call(864) 427-0668

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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_on500 Academy St, Clinton, SC 29325call(864) 833-4468

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Workforce & Jobs

Goodwill

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

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location_on219 E Blackstock Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29301call(864) 699-0513

Donating Vacant Land and Lots Near Union

Raw land is one of the hardest assets to sell — it draws a narrow pool of buyers and earns nothing while it waits. Yet undeveloped parcels around Union County still generate a property tax bill every year.

Qualified charities accept vacant land as readily as houses. A donation turns an idle, cost-only holding near Union into a fair-market-value deduction without the long marketing period a lot usually demands.

What Happens After You Donate in Union

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)

Property Valuation

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

Legal & Title Review

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

Deed Transfer

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

Fund Distribution

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

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Giving Back Close to Home in Union County

Charities serving Union put donated value to work locally — funding housing programs, youth services, food assistance, and disaster readiness across Union County.

Choosing a nearby organization means the impact of your Union property is visible in the same community the property sits in.

Real Estate Donation in Union: Your Questions Answered

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

Can I donate a Union property that I own with other people? expand_more

Yes, though every owner on the title generally must agree to and sign the transfer. Jointly owned and inherited properties are common donations once the co-owners are aligned.

Can I donate more than one Union property? expand_more

Yes. There is no limit on the number of properties you can donate. Each gift is appraised and documented separately, and donors with several holdings sometimes give more than one.

Can I donate a Union property that still has a mortgage? expand_more

Often yes, though a mortgage adds complexity and can affect the deduction. The charity will review the outstanding loan balance during the assessment stage.

What types of property qualify for donation? expand_more

Residential homes, vacant land, commercial buildings, and multi-family properties can all qualify. Condition and title issues are addressed during review rather than disqualifying a property upfront.

How large a tax deduction will donating my Union property produce? expand_more

For property held more than a year and given to a public charity, the deduction is generally the fair market value set by a qualified appraisal. The actual tax savings depend on your appraised value, income, and filing situation, so confirm the figure with your tax advisor.

Does it matter what time of year I donate my Union 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.

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