Your Gift Counts
When you give to William Temple House, your gift helps people in our community make it through another day, get back on their feet, and transform their lives. Your gift makes our work possible. Donate OnlineIn 2023, we supported 5,300+ people, many of whom accessed our services regularly to stay stable. People like MaeRose, whose story shows how important access to groceries and social services is for our community.
Ways to Give
There are many ways you can support our work. For more information, please give us a call at 503-715-0238 or email us at development@williamtemple.org.
Mail a Check
Prefer to donate by mail? Send your check payable to William Temple House to:
William Temple House
Attn: Development
2023 NW Hoyt St.
Portland, Oregon 97209
Become a Monthly Sustainer
Monthly donations through your credit card or checking account are a great way to support William Temple House all year long. Sign up online by selecting the monthly option on our form or by giving us a call at 503-715-0265. Monthly donors may change or suspend their donation at any time.
Give Stock or Bonds
In Honor Of
You can give a meaningful gift in lieu of a birthday present or remember a loved one through a donation to William Temple House. Simply go to our regular online donation form, click “I would like to dedicate this donation”, and fill out the form. If you wish, we will send a card to the address you provide to notify the person or family of your honoree. Please email development@williamtemple.org if you’d like us to do so.
IRAs and 401(k) Matches
Giving through your IRA, 401(k), or another retirement savings account is a great way to give back to the community and potentially lower your tax bill.
If you are 70 ½ or older, you can make a tax-free contribution to William Temple House directly from your IRA that counts toward your annual required minimum distribution. Simply contact your retirement plan administrator to request the transfer.
In Your Estate Plan
We understand that planning your bequest is personal. If you so choose, we welcome a conversation about your plans and how we might celebrate your gifts as a member of the Abbott Society. In addition, we would be happy to connect you with professional advisors for planning complex gifts, such as charitable remainder trusts. In some cases, we may be able to manage the trust for you.
If you are exploring ways to create enduring impact through a legacy gift to William Temple House, please contact Terri Wiley, Director of Development and Marketing, at 503-715-0238 or twiley@williamtemple.org.
Example Declarations
Below we offer three separate language suggestions depending on the type of bequest you wish to make.
General Purpose Specific Bequest
I give, devise, bequeath, ______ [insert dollar amount or item of property to be donated] to the William Temple House, a nonprofit corporation located at 2023 NW Hoyt St, Portland, Oregon 97209, Federal Tax ID # 93-0559964, or its successor organization, to be used for its general needs and purposes.
General Purpose Residuary Bequest
I give, devise, bequeath, ______ [insert % amount] of all the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate to William Temple House, a nonprofit corporation located at 2023 NW Hoyt St, Portland, Oregon 97209, Federal Tax ID # 93-0559964, or its successor organization to be used for its general needs and purposes.
Restricted Purpose Bequest
I give, devise, bequeath, ______ [insert dollar amount, item of property or % of residue] to William Temple House, a nonprofit corporation located at 2023 NW Hoyt St, Portland, Oregon 97209, Federal Tax ID # 93-0559964, or its successor organization, to be used exclusively [insert restricted use language here] for specific programs or locations. (It is a best practice to contact the Director of Development before committing to a specific program).
Employer Match
Fred Meyer Shopping Rewards
If you shop at Fred Meyer, you can earn rewards for William Temple House at the same time! Link your Rewards account using the following information:
1. Go to https://www.fredmeyer.com/signin?redirectUrl=/account/communityrewards/
2. Log into your Fred Meyer account, or create your account
3. Connect your account to William Temple House (ID ER331)
The Abbott Society
Making a legacy gift to William Temple House is a great way to share your commitment to the well-being of all in our community, and to ensure that we will be able to provide crucial services to people seeking support in the face of life’s challenges—for years to come. A legacy gift costs you nothing during your lifetime, it’s easy to do, and it may even reduce your taxes. And for many, a legacy gift enables you to make a larger gift than you thought possible.
The Abbott Society is named for the Rev. C.T. Abbott (1921-1990), the founding director of William Temple House. For 26 years, Father Abbott led our community in faithful service to people in need, building a foundation of advocacy and unconditional dedication to uplifting the human spirit that continues to inform our work today.
If you are exploring ways to create enduring impact through a legacy gift to William Temple House, please contact Terri Wiley, Director of Development and Marketing, at 503-715-0238 or twiley@williamtemple.org.
Your Contributions in Action
We strive to demonstrate accountability and ensure effective use of every dollar. View our financial statements to see how your donations are used.
Our Impact
Our work would not be possible without the generosity and kindness of our donors, volunteers, and partners. View our annual reports to see each year in review.
