Gifts of Cash and/or Check

Many families choose to make their charitable gifts by cash or check. Please mail your check to:
       Spectrum School
       Annual Fund
       2909 N Main Street
       Rockford, IL  61103

Giving via Credit Card

Spectrum School accepts VISA and MasterCard gifts through our secure web site or at the school. Please note that Spectrum is charged a 3% transaction fee and adjust your gift accordingly.

Matching Gifts

This is a great way to maximize your gift. For every dollar you contribute to Spectrum School through Annual Fund contributions, these companies will generally match your contributions up to a maximum dollar amount per year. There is a wide range of matching percentages ranging anywhere from 50% to 200% of your individual donation.
All you have to do is obtain a matching form either from your Human Resources Department or on your company's web site, complete it and turn it in to Spectrum School.

Gifting Appreciated Securities

By giving stock that has appreciated, you receive two benefits. First, you receive a charitable income tax deduction for your donation and second, you avoid paying capital gains tax which would ordinarily be required if you sold the stock yourself. If you have held the stock for more than 12 months, you can deduct the full fair market value of the stock at the time of your gift, regardless of how much you paid for it. For more information on this form of giving, contact Spectrum School at 815/877-1600.