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Donate Shares

You can help change young lives by donating shares to the YMCA. Giving shares is also very tax efficient.

Capital Gains Tax Relief

Gifts of shares to charities are free from Capital Gains Tax (CGT). You will not pay CGT on any increase in the value of the shares since you bought them – a tax you might pay if you choose to sell the shares instead.

Income Tax Relief

Individuals can also receive Income Tax relief (based on the full market value of the shares on the day you donate them to YMCA) together with any associated costs such as broker's fees.

Example of Income Tax Relief for different rate taxpayers

	Standard rate taxpayer (20%)	Higher rate taxpayer (40%)	Additional rate taxpayer (50%)
You give shares worth	£10,000	£10,000	£10,000
You reduce your income tax bill by	£2,000	£4,000	£5,000
Your gift has cost you	£8,000	£6,000	£5,000

Donating your shares

We can accept most publicly listed shares in the UK. It’s not difficult – but it does depend on which shares you have!

To find out more about how you might donate shares to the YMCA, please contact Christina Comber on 020 7186 9526 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Note: The YMCA cannot give you financial advice. Please contact your financial advisor or accountant.