Every child deserves clean water.

 

Help ensure they have a secure water future.

 

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Water is life. Yet, for many it is out of reach and polluted.


Drying water sources jeopardize livelihoods.
Together, we can turn the tide.


Your donation empowers the next generation of innovators to solve the freshwater crisis.


Be part of the movement to create a water secure future.


Every drop counts. Every action matters.

 

Thank you for your support.

Other Ways to Give

A gift of stock to AquaAction can bring about a tax credit greater than the value of your original investment. You can donate a gift of stock during your lifetime or through a bequest.  

Here’s an example of what you can potentially gain by donating a gift of stock. 

Several years ago, Jane Doe bought 100 shares of a publicly-traded company originally valued at $100 each. Jane owns $10,000 in stock. Fast forward five years and Jane’s stock has an appreciated value of $50,000. Jane plans to cash out her investment, and pay as little tax as possible. Jane also knows that a charitable contribution can lower her taxes, and could support AquaAction.  

Here is a comparison of the two options available to Jane: 

 

 

Sell Shares & Gift Cash to AquaAction Canada

Gift Shares to AquaAction Canada

Original cost of securities (A)

$10,000

$10,000

Current market value (B)

$50,000

$50,000

Capital gains (C)

$40,000

$40,000

Tax on capital gains (D)
D = (C x 50%) x 46%

$9,200

$0

Donation ampount after tax (E)
E = B - D

$40,800

$50,000

Donation tax credit (F)
F = E x 46%

$18,768

$23,000

Net tax saving from donatioin (G)
G = F - D

$9,568

$23,000

 

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