Donation-related frequently asked questions:
- How does an online donation work?
- Can I send a check?
- How do I cancel or update my online recurring donation?
- How do matching gifts work?
- Can I make a planned or legacy gift?
- Can I give through stocks?
- Can I give through wire transfers of cash?
- Can I give through my IRA distributions?
- Is my contribution tax-deductible?
- Will you sell my personal information?
How does an online donation work?
In order to comply with credit card processing requirements, Hechinger uses the donor payment system Stripe, which contains tracking technology. This content is only loaded when a user clicks on the “Donate” button. Our website will not expose you to third-party tracking. We will collect as little personal information about you as possible, and we will not monetize this data. If this makes you uncomfortable, you do have another option—simply send your tax-deductible donation via check or money order.
Can I send a check?
Absolutely. Please make payable to: “Teachers College, Columbia University” and note ‘The Hechinger Report’ in the memo field.
Mail to:
The Hechinger Report
Attn: Ruby Franzen
525 W 120th Street, Box 127
New York, NY 10027
The Hechinger Report is a nonprofit, independent unit of Teachers College, Columbia University. Contributions or gifts to Hechinger are tax deductible; you will receive a receipt for your donation with proof of our tax-exempt status. Our EIN number is: 13-1624202.
How do I cancel my online recurring donation?
You can manage your donation in our contributor portal. Just enter the email address you used to make your donation and our system will send you a secure link to access the portal. Once there, you’ll see records of past payments and have the option to manage any active recurring donations. To cancel a donation, update your billing info or change the amount that you’re charged for each installment, simply click on the recurring donation record to expand it and bring up the menu of options.
How do matching gifts work?
Many employers will match or even triple their employees’ charitable donations. Check to see if your company matches and who to contact here.
You will likely need our EIN, 13-1624202.
Please make sure it is made out to The Hechinger Report, Teachers College.
Can I make a planned or legacy gift?
Plan a future gift to The Hechinger Report through your financial or estate plans. Here is some sample language you can use in your will to make a legacy:
I give, devise, and bequeath [the sum of _____ USD (or other currency) OR _____ percent of the rest and residue of my estate] to The Hechinger Report (@ Teachers College, Columbia University, tax identification number 13-1624202), a charitable corporation organized under the laws of the State of New York, United States, currently located at 525 W 120th Street, Box 127 New York, NY 10027, to be used for its general charitable purposes at its discretion.
Can I give through stocks?
To make a gift of securities, please use the attached Stock Transmittal Form. Under “Allocation of Gift,” please write The Hechinger Report (@ Teachers College, Columbia University). Stock gifts are credited based on the date of transfer to The Hechinger Report and must be completed before December 31st to receive a tax credit in the current calendar year. Please note that it may take several business days to complete the transfer.
In order for us to properly acknowledge your gift, it is important that you notify The Hechinger Report (by emailing donationshelp@hechingerreport.org) of the transaction, including the name of the donor, name of the stock, number of shares transferred, and gift purpose.
Can I give through wire transfers of cash?
To complete a wire transfer of cash as a gift to The Hechinger Report, please email donationshelp@hechingerreport.org for instructions.
Can I give through my IRA distributions?
You can make a gift to The Hechinger Report through your estate by naming The Hechinger Report (@ Teachers College, Columbia University) as a beneficiary of a qualified retirement plans account, such as an IRA, 401(k), 403(b), Keogh or similar account.
Is my contribution tax-deductible?
The Hechinger Report is a nonprofit, independent unit of Teachers College, Columbia University. Contributions or gifts to The Hechinger Report are tax-deductible; you will receive a receipt for your donation with proof of our tax-exempt status. Our EIN number is 13-1624202.
Will you sell my personal information?
No, The Hechinger Report doesn’t sell, trade, or rent email addresses or physical addresses.
I have another question that isn’t listed here.
No problem, please reach out to Ruby Franzen, our development manager, at donationshelp@hechingerreport.org.