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This document is for reporting gifts-in-kind to the Lake Superior State University Foundation and ensuring formal acknowledgment of the gift to the University’s Board of Trustees.

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How to fill out Gift-in-Kind Report

1. Begin by gathering all necessary documentation for the gift-in-kind item.
2. Identify the donor and ensure their information is correctly filled out.
3. Describe the gift-in-kind item, including its condition, value, and purpose.
4. Include the date the item was received and any relevant donor restrictions.
5. Provide a clear valuation of the item, using fair market value if applicable.
6. Sign and date the report to certify its accuracy.
7. Submit the completed report to the appropriate department or organization.

Who needs Gift-in-Kind Report?

1. Non-profit organizations that receive donations in the form of goods.
2. Donors who want a tax receipt for their contributions.
3. Accountants and auditors for maintaining accurate financial records.
4. Regulatory bodies that oversee charitable contributions.

People Also Ask about

What is an example of a gift-in-kind?

Examples of in-kind gifts include goods like food, clothing, medicines, furniture, office equipment, and building materials.

What is an example of an in-kind gift?

A gift in kind is a donation of something other than cash. It could be physical items like books, laptops, or food, or even professional services like graphic design or plumbing. This kind of donation is often just as valuable to a charity as a cash donation.

How do you acknowledge a gift-in-kind?

Here is a simple example of an appropriate in-kind donor acknowledgment: “Thank you for your generous contribution of [detailed description of goods/services], received by [name nonprofit] on _ [date of receipt]. No goods or services were provided in exchange for your contribution.

Is a gift in cash or in-kind?

Traditionally, cash was the most common donation. A cash donation means a donation of cash, check or credit card, but recently in-kind donations have become more frequent. An in-kind donation is any non-cash item given to an organization to be used by the organization.

What are the types of in-kind gifts?

A gift-in-kind is a voluntary transfer of property other than cash without consideration. It includes numerous types of property, in particular, inventory, capital property, and depreciable property. Donations of real estate, stocks and bonds or personal items are all considered gifts-in-kind.

How to account for gifts in kind?

ing to the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP), fair value in accounting for donated gifts in kind is the estimated market value of the donated goods at the time they are received by the charity. This value should reflect what the charity would have paid if it had purchased the goods itself.

How do you acknowledge a gift in kind?

Here is a simple example of an appropriate in-kind donor acknowledgment: “Thank you for your generous contribution of [detailed description of goods/services], received by [name nonprofit] on _ [date of receipt]. No goods or services were provided in exchange for your contribution.

How to record a gift-in-kind?

Determine the item's fair market value (FMV). You should record gifts-in-kind at their fair market value when you receive them. For auctions, record donated auction items at fair value when you receive the gifts, and adjust the value up or down based on the amount received when sold at auction.

For pdfFiller’s FAQs

What is Gift-in-Kind Report?

A Gift-in-Kind Report is a document that details donations of non-cash items, such as goods and services, provided to charities or organizations, including the fair market value of those items.

Who is required to file Gift-in-Kind Report?

Organizations that receive non-cash donations or gifts valued at a certain threshold are required to file a Gift-in-Kind Report, especially if they are seeking tax deductions or reporting to stakeholders.

How to fill out Gift-in-Kind Report?

To fill out a Gift-in-Kind Report, gather information about the donated items, including descriptions, quantities, fair market values, donor information, and any relevant receipts or documentation, then format this information in the required reporting format.

What is the purpose of Gift-in-Kind Report?

The purpose of the Gift-in-Kind Report is to provide a transparent overview of non-cash donations received by an organization, ensuring proper documentation for tax purposes, accountability, and donor recognition.

What information must be reported on Gift-in-Kind Report?

The information reported on a Gift-in-Kind Report typically includes the donor's name, item descriptions, quantities, fair market values, date of donation, and any restrictions on the donated items.