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Habitat for Humanity International
Builds affordable homes alongside families in need across all 50 states and 70+ countries.
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Give Washington County Property, Gain a Tax Deduction
Property donation is one of the most tax-efficient gifts available to Washington County owners, yet it remains one of the least used. A direct transfer to a 501(c)(3) avoids the capital gains tax a sale would trigger and produces a deduction tied to the property's full appraised value.
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Why Donate Property in Washington County?
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Work Only With Vetted 501(c)(3)s
Every organization listed for Washington County is a pre-screened, IRS-qualified public charity equipped to accept real property.
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No Commissions, No Showings
A traditional Washington County sale means agent fees, staging, repairs, and months of open houses. A donation transfers title directly — none of that applies.
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Avoid Capital Gains Tax
Sell an appreciated Washington County property and the IRS takes a cut of every dollar of gain. Donate it instead and that capital gains liability disappears entirely.
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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.
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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
Request a Property Valuation
See how much impact your property could make.
Choose a Cause Serving Washington County
Vetted 501(c)(3) charities ready to accept real estate proceeds from donors across Washington County and the rest of Utah.
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EnvironmentThe Nature Conservancy
Protects ecologically important lands and waters across the United States and globally.
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YouthBoys & Girls Clubs of America
Provides mentorship, after-school programs, and safe spaces for young people nationwide.
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Food SecurityFeeding America
The largest U.S. hunger-relief network, sourcing food for 200 member food banks.
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Disaster ReliefAmerican Red Cross
Delivers humanitarian aid, blood donation, and disaster recovery across the country.
Cities & Towns in Washington County
Choose a city in Washington County to see local charities that accept real estate donations.
Donating Vacant Land and Lots Near Washington County
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 Washington 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 Washington County into a fair-market-value deduction without the long marketing period a lot usually demands.
What to Expect When You Donate in Washington County
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)
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Property Valuation
Your charity will conduct a preliminary assessment of your property's market value and suitability for donation.
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions for Washington County Donors
Straight answers on donating real estate, the tax treatment, and what to expect.
Can I donate a Washington County 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.
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.
Can I donate a Washington County 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.
Can I donate a Washington County 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.
If I request a valuation for my Washington County property, am I committing to donate? expand_more
No. A valuation request is informational and carries no cost or obligation. You can review the estimate and decide whether a donation makes sense for you.
Other Counties in Utah
Browse charities that accept real estate donations elsewhere in the state.