Contributors

PRISM is funded by a wide variety of churches, municipalities, civic organizations, foundations, private businesses and individual donors. There are a variety of ways to help us in this mission. For information about the tax benefits of your donation, contact your attorney or tax advisor.

PRISM is a 501(c)3, so your donations are tax deductible and $.95 of every dollar donated to PRISM goes directly into programs for families.

Monetary Donation

Although many types of gifts benefit PRISM, the gift of money is the most beneficial.

For example, through a relationship with Second Harvest Heartland, PRISM is able to use $1 to purchase $7 worth of groceries!

A $25 donation will feed a family of 4 for 1 week.

 

Donation of Stock or Real Property

When long-term property is given to a qualified charitable organization, it is deductible for its full fair market value, and the donor pays no federal capital gains tax on the appreciation in value. Contact your attorney or tax advisor for more information.

Bequest in Your Will or Revocable Trust
Sample Bequest Language:
I give to PRISM (People Responding in Social Ministry), 730 Florida Avenue South, Golden Valley, MN 55426, (____% of the residue of my estate) or (the sum of $______), to be used wherever the needs and opportunities are greatest.

In-Kind Donations

Donations will be gladly accepted during the hours shown below.  Bring your donations to the side door, marked “Donations” and ring the bell.

9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Monday
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tuesday – Thursday

 

Donations that can be accepted
  • Non-perishable food items
  • Fresh and frozen food items
    (please call)
  • Hygiene and cleaning products
  • New and gently used accessories and clothing for all ages
  • New and very gently used shoes
  • Bedding/Linens in excellent condition
  • Dishes, utensils, cooking kettles/pans
  • Small appliances (lamps, toasters etc. – must be in good working condition)
  • New school supplies
  • New toys
  • New and gently used books
  • Furniture (by referral only)
  • Automobiles in very good condition
  • Personal care products (including ethnic)
  • Foods for special diets (i.e. gluten free)
Due to space limitations and liability concerns, PRISM does NOT accept the following:
  • Food items that are open, broken, or not commercially packaged
  • Used candles
  • Bookshelves/brackets
  • Used toys or stuffed animals
  • Used hygiene items such as razors, combs, etc.

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  • Baby furniture & equipment such as cribs, high chairs, strollers, car seats, bottles, etc.
  • Microwave ovens
  • Large appliances