Other Ways to Give

Gifts of cash, stock, IRA distributions, donor-advised funds (DAF), and other appreciated assets are a key part of bringing PBS Reno to our region. PBS Reno accepts a variety of payment methods and assets. 

The following information can be used to make an IRA distribution or DAF grant to PBS Reno:

• Legal Name:  Channel 5 Public Broadcasting, Inc.
• Federal Tax ID Number (EIN): 88-0172215
• Address: 1670 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89503
   

To ensure your contribution is properly credited to your membership account, ask your financial advisor to include your name on the check or ACH.
 

Make a Securities Gift 

Donations of stock and appreciated securities can reduce capital gains while supporting causes that matter to you.

Securities can be transferred to PBS Reno using the following account information:

• Account:  1729-8277
• DTC #:  0164
• Account Name:  Channel 5 Public Broadcasting, Inc.
• Institution:  Charles Schwab

Make a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) Gift 

Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is a flexible giving account that donors set up with a 501(c)(3) public charity sponsoring organization. Donors can contribute to their investment account and receive an immediate tax benefit while building a philanthropic legacy.  When the funds are ready, donors can advise where to have them distributed in two simple ways:

• Make a one-time gift by recommending a grant to PBS Reno for immediate impact
• Set up a recurring grant to PBS Reno to use your funds as a tool for future gifts.

DAFs can be established at sponsoring institutions like Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, Vanguard Charitable or at community foundations in our region like Community Foundation of Northern Nevada and Tahoe Community Foundation.

Make an IRA Gift

With a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) or Charitable IRA Rollover, you can make a tax-free gift directly to PBS Reno from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) if you are 70½ or older. A gift from your IRA can satisfy your required minimum distribution (RMD) and reduce taxable income.

FAQs

Can I specify where my contribution goes?
Contributions received through a DAF or IRA can be specifically directed to an area or towards general needs. Advise your sponsor or financial advisor if you wish for the funds to be distributed towards a specific project or program such as:

• Curiosity Classroom / Education
• Wild Nevada
• ARTEFFECTS
• Other Local or National Programming

Can I receive benefits (such as thank-you gifts or tickets) when I contribute through my IRA or DAF?
IRS regulations do not permit donors to receive more than an incidental benefit in exchange for IRA or DAF contributions. As a result, we are unable to provide a thank-you gift, such as a pledge item, or other benefit in return for your contribution. For example, IRA contributions and DAF grants cannot be applied toward the fair market value of event tickets. Additionally, the sponsoring organization is responsible for ensuring that all grants align with charitable purposes and comply with IRS regulations.

Please let us know of your charitable intentions so we can ensure your gift is processed in an accurate and timely manner. We appreciate your name being clearly identifiable with the transaction, so we may properly acknowledge your contribution. 

Connie Wray, Development Officer 
cwray@pbsreno.org or 775.507.3371

Emma Glenn, Vice President of Development 
eglenn@pbsreno.org or 775.600.0544

Membership Department
membership@pbsreno.org or 775.600.0555