Is Champions for Literacy a 501 (c)(3)?

Yes, we have been an officially registered 501 (c)(3) organization since 2014.

What is Champions for Literacy's Federal Tax ID number?

Federal Tax ID number (also known as an FEIN): 46-3588150

Are donations made to Champions for Literacy tax-deductible?

Yes, monetary donations to Champions for Literacy are tax-deductible; however, certain donations in which the donor receives a good or service in return for a donation are not tax-deductible or may be only partially deductible.

Will I receive a contributions report for tax deductions from you?

Yes, every year in which you make a financial contribution to Champions for Literacy you will receive a report of your contributions. Note: as described above, some contribution reports will display less than what you donated due to the fact that you received a good or service in exchange for the donation.

How long does it take to receive an acknowledgment of donation?

For online gifts, you will receive an automatic email confirming your donation as well as a snail mail receipt from us in the mail within 2 weeks. For check, stock, and ACH gifts, you will receive your snail mail receipt within 2 weeks. Donors will also receive a comprehensive year-end report of contributions prior to February 1^st of the following year. Note – For gifts issued via a Donor Advised Fund, please consult your fund to provide your official tax receipt.

Does Champions for Literacy have official organizational policies?

Champions for Literacy seeks to be transparent and above reproach in all of our activities. In order to be a member of good standing nationwide we have adopted a Whistle Blower Policy, Contribution Policy, Child Protection Policy, and Conflict of Interest Policy.

Does Champions for Literacy share its financials?

Yes, you can review our Form 990 submissions on the About page of our website.

Can you give to Champions for Literacy via check?

Yes, please make checks payable to Champions for Literacy. Our mailing address is 1350 Concourse Avenue, Suite 437, Memphis, TN 38104.

Can you make gifts to Champions for Literacy via stocks?

Yes, we accept stock gifts. Please email chandler@championsforlit.org with the name of the stock, the number of shares you plan to donate, and the expected donation date. From there we will provide you with specific instructions for completion.

Can you donate a vehicle to Champions for Literacy?

Yes, we’ve partnered with Charitable Adult Rides and Services (CARS) to make donating your car easy. Your donation is even eligible for tax deductions. CARS accepts most working vehicles including cars, trucks, motorcycles, trailers, boats and more. Start your donation here.

What kind of literacy work do you send funds to?

The funds we generate through teams, athletes, and corporate sponsors support the work of literacy organizations working with students grades K-3^rd with an 80% or higher population below the poverty line. Further, those organizations must show measurable literacy gains from their work with students, utilizing evidence-based literacy intervention approaches such as tutoring, summer slide programming, and/or book access.

Do you keep a percentage of the funds raised through teams, athletes, and corporate sponsors?

No, we keep a 100% Impact Promise with those partners. Any funds not committed to funding the operating costs of Champions for Literacy will benefit students on their journey to becoming strong readers.

How do you fund your operating costs?

We invite individuals, families, corporate sponsors, and foundations to support our operating costs as an organization so that dollars generated through Fight for Literacy Games and Impact Player Campaigns can directly support literacy programming across the country. To inquire about joining the support team that funds our operating costs, please email Jason Baker, Executive Director, jason@championsforlit.org.

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