Our work is made possible through generous supporters in our community, and we’re thrilled to receive your support in any shape or size. Prefer to write a check and stick it in the mail? No problem. Want to zip a donation our way using cryptocurrency? Also no problem. Old school, new school, and everything in between, we strive to make the donation process easy for each donor. How will you choose to give?

CHECK 

Checks can be mailed to our main office listed below. Along with your donation, please include a note with your mailing address, phone number, and email. 

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County
2059 Atwood Ave #2
Madison, WI 53704

CREDIT CARD OR EFT 

Whether you’re looking to give once or set up recurring donations, our donation page offers a secure way to give online. You’ll receive an email acknowledgment right after your gift is made.  

VENMO

Find us at urlgeni.us/venmo/bbbs to quickly donate straight from your Venmo account. After donating, please send your contact information to Megan Hanson, Fund Development Coordinator, at mhanson@bbbsmadison.org to receive your tax-deductible receipt.

DONOR-ADVISED FUNDS

Donor-advised funds are a safe and easy way to give, either through one-time or recurring gifts. If you’re interested in getting started, speak with your financial advisor or contact us. 

MATCHING GIFTS

Many companies offer a matching gift program to their employees or, in some cases, family members of employees and/or retirees. Taking advantage of your employer’s matching gift program allows you to double your donation (or more). Please check with your human resources department to see if your employer has a matching gift program. (Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County's tax identification number is 39-1077783.)

GIVING STOCK, VEHICLES, OR PROPERTY

We are happy to facilitate a stock donation or a gift of proceeds from a vehicle/property sale. Using platforms that manage these types of donations, we can work with you or your financial advisor to easily make your donation.

CRYPTOCURRENCY

Supporters can make a crypto donation through Engiven's secure platform. They facilitate the whole process, so it's easy for you to give AND it's easy for us to receive. Make your tax-deductible donation here. 

IN-KIND DONATIONS

We'll gladly accept in-kind donations! In-kind donations can include clothing, furniture, games, school supplies, technology, gift cards, movie passes, household items, performing arts tickets, and sports tickets. Simply fill out this form and include it with your donation. (Items can be dropped off or mailed to our office or emailed to reception@bbbsmadison.org.)

PLANNED GIVING

A planned gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County ensures the continuation of our landmark mentoring programs and creates your own legacy of support. Planned giving also offers significant advantages, including tax breaks and a potential income increase. If you’re considering making BBBS part of your trust, bequest, or endowment, please reach out to us – let’s have a conversation.

Questions about getting started?
Please contact Meg Hanson, our Fund Development Manager, at mhanson@bbbsmadison.org or 608-886-9502.