Your Giving Guide
Every way to give, every benefit you receive — whether you're giving $25 or $25,000.
Choose How You Give
From a quick online gift to a legacy bequest, there's a giving method that fits your life.
Monthly Recurring
Best for: Consistent impact without thinking
Set it and forget it. Your monthly gift provides reliable funding that lets us plan ahead and serve more families.
Check by Mail
Best for: Traditional donors
Mail your tax-deductible gift to: New Vision for Africa, Washington, DC. Make checks payable to NVFA.
Employer Matching
Best for: Employees at matching companies
Many employers match charitable gifts dollar-for-dollar. Check with your HR department to double your impact at no extra cost.
Church / Mission Sunday
Best for: Faith communities
Host a Sponsorship Sunday or mission offering. We provide presentation materials, child profiles, and everything your church needs.
IRA Charitable Distribution (QCD)
Best for: Donors age 70½+ with a Traditional IRA
Direct up to $111,000/year from your IRA to NVFA. It counts toward your required minimum distribution and is completely tax-free.
Appreciated Stock / Securities
Best for: Investors holding long-term gains
Donate stock held over one year to avoid capital gains tax entirely and receive a full fair-market-value deduction.
Bequest in Your Will
Best for: Anyone who wants a legacy
Include NVFA in your estate plan. A bequest costs nothing during your lifetime and creates lasting impact for generations.
Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)
Best for: Strategic multi-year givers
Recommend a grant to NVFA from your DAF. You received your tax deduction when you funded the account — now direct it to Zambia.
Your Gift at Work
See exactly what your generosity accomplishes on the ground in Zambia.
Feed a Family
Provide a week of nutritious meals for a family of four.
52 families fed per yearSchool Supplies
Equip one student with books, uniforms, and supplies for a full school year.
1 child fully equippedClean Water
Fund clean water access for a household for an entire year.
6 people with safe waterHealth Clinic
Cover medical care for 10 community members including vaccinations and checkups.
10 lives protectedTeacher Training
Sponsor a local teacher through our intensive training and certification program.
1 teacher, 40+ studentsCommunity Well
Contribute to drilling a new well that will serve an entire village for decades.
200+ people servedTax Benefits Made Simple
Your gift to NVFA is tax-deductible. Here's how to maximize your savings.
For Most Donors (Standard Deduction)
Starting in 2026, the non-itemizer charitable deduction lets you deduct up to $1,000 (single) or $2,000 (married filing jointly) — even if you take the standard deduction.
| Income | Gift | Bracket | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| $60,000 | $500 | 22% | $110 |
| $100,000 | $1,000 | 24% | $240 |
| $200,000 | $2,500 | 32% | $800 |
| $400,000 | $5,000 | 35% | $1,750 |
Estimates based on 2026 projected tax brackets. Consult your tax advisor for personalized guidance.
For Retirees & Investors
Larger gifts through specialized vehicles can generate significant tax advantages.
IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution
Donate up to $111,000/year directly from your Traditional IRA to NVFA. It satisfies your Required Minimum Distribution and is completely tax-free — the money never counts as income.
Appreciated Stock
Donate stock held longer than one year to avoid all capital gains tax and receive a deduction for the full fair market value.
Bequest in Your Will
A bequest provides an estate tax deduction, costs nothing during your lifetime, and creates a legacy that transforms lives for generations.
Partner With Us
Align your company with a mission that transforms communities. Every partnership tier includes measurable impact reporting.
Community
$1,000 – $5,000- Logo on our website
- Social media recognition
- Annual impact report
Impact
$5,000 – $15,000- All Community benefits
- Co-branded content
- Employee volunteer day
- Quarterly updates
Leadership
$15,000 – $50,000- All Impact benefits
- Event sponsorship naming
- Executive site visit to Zambia
- Custom impact dashboard
Visionary
$50,000+- All Leadership benefits
- Named program partnership
- Board-level engagement
- Full media & PR collaboration
Start Giving Today
Whether it's $25 or $25,000, your generosity transforms lives in Zambia. Every gift is tax-deductible. EIN: 99-1292144