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Young people come to The Link during some of the hardest moments of their lives—and your support is what helps them heal, grow, and thrive.
This holiday season, your generosity makes it possible for youth to move from crisis to safety and build the foundation they need to succeed. Together, we can help more young people reach milestones—like signing a lease or graduating high school—that once felt out of reach.
More Ways to Donate
You can donate by mailing a check to The Link’s office! Make the check out to The Link and mail to:
ATTN: Development
The Link
1210 Glenwood Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55405
Maximize your support through the donation of stock. You can donate shares directly to The Link and neither you nor The Link will pay taxes on those funds.
Gifts of stocks/bonds are typically transferred without information that identifies the donor. Please contact Kate Bishop, Development Director, at kbishop@thelinkmn.org when making a gift so we can properly record and acknowledge the donation.
Brokerage Firm: RBC Wealth Management
Account # 309-68132
DTC # 0235
Account Name: The Link
Tax ID Number: 41-1920649
Starting at age 70-1/2, you’re eligible to make a qualified charitable distribution, or QCD, from your traditional IRA. This may reduce the taxable portion of your annual required minimum distribution (RMD), all while supporting a mission you care about. Simply contact your financial institution to initiate a distribution directly to The Link!
For questions or more information, please contact Kate Bishop, Development Director, at kbishop@thelinkmn.org.
You can recommend a grant to The Link from your Donor Advised Fund (DAF). Contact your financial institution (or foundation) or call your philanthropic advisor and let them know you would like to make a gift.
Tax ID Number: 41-1920649
When you make a DAF gift, it’s possible that your information will not be shared with us. Please request for your name and address to be included with your grant. Please reach out to us when you’ve made a gift so we can thank you and ensure your gift gets to where it is intended.
For questions, please contact Kate Bishop, Development Director, at kbishop@thelinkmn.org.
Ongoing youth needs:
- Diapers
- Culturally specific hygiene items
- New baby items
- Shelf stable food
- Welcome home kits
For questions, please contact Autumn Weir, Community Giving Coordinator, at aweir@thelinkmn.org.
The Link’s Legends Club recognizes our generous donors who contribute a financial donation of $1,000+ to The Link annually. Benefits include:
- Exclusive communications with our CEO and opportunities to hear from youth in our programs
- Experiences tailored to your interests
- Invitations to all of The Link’s events
- Recognition of Legends Club members at events
Become a Legends Club member by making a one-time donation of $1,000 or more, becoming a monthly donor at $85, or committing to regular giving throughout the year.
When you establish an automatic monthly gift, you commit to lasting impact for youth and families and become a member of The Link’s Champions Club!
Simply, click “Donate” and establish your giving level. Your gift will be charged automatically to your credit card every month, on the date of your choice. You can adjust your giving level or change your commitment at any time. Donate today!
Your planned gift creates a legacy that lets your generosity make an impact beyond your lifetime, helping youth and young families in the Twin Cities far into the future. Legacy giving isn’t only for the wealthy—gifts of any size are deeply appreciated.
If you are interested in including The Link and our mission in your planned giving, please contact Kate Bishop, Development Director, at kbishop@thelinkmn.org.
Many companies have opportunities for their employees to make donations to organizations they care about through a workplace giving program. These programs are set up in varying ways, and some include company matching to increase the impact of your gifts! If your company has a workplace giving program, we hope you consider donating to The Link.
For questions or additional information, please contact Jelena Song, Community and Corporate Giving Manager, at jsong@thelinkmn.org.