home montessori admission Early Head Start Grant Support Family Star About Us contact_us
support page_title_graphic

WHAT YOUR DONATIONS SUPPORT

Family Star is an award-winning Montessori child and parent education center providing a vital stepping stone on the path to academic and life successes.

Donations are 100% tax deductible .

HOW TO DONATE

It is easy to donate. You can donate online, by phone, or by mail.

  • To donate on-line, please visit our page at:

           https://app.etapestry.com/hosted/FamilyStar/OnlineDonation.html                       

  • To donate by phone, call our main office at 303-477-7827 and a staff member will assist you with your gift. For you convenience, we accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, and Discover. 
  • To donate by mail simply mail in your donation to:
    Family Star
    Attn: Development Director
    2246 Federal Blvd.
    Denver, CO 80211
Other ways to donate are:
  • In-kind gifts
  • Memorial
  • Tribute/honor
  • Planned gifts and bequests
  • Gift donation as part of a wedding registry
  • Sponsorship opportunities

For more information about other methods of donating please call 303-477-7827 or sonia@familystar.net.

 

COLORADO STATE INCOME TAX CREDITS

Your donation to Family Star is eligible for the following Colorado State Income Tax Credit benefit:

The Colorado Child Care Contribution Credit (CCCC): CCCC offers a 50% Colorado State income tax credit. The CCCC helps support affordable and quality child care for low-income families. Tax Credit Benefits:

  • Individuals and corporations can take advantage of tax credits.
  • Your philanthropy results in significant tax savings.
  • Excess tax credits may be carried forward.

Example of Tax Savings**

Colorado Child Care Contribution Credit (CCCC): 50% Credit
Gift Amount: $1,000
Colorado State Income Tax Deduction: $46
Federal Income Tax Deduction*: $136
Colorado State Income Tax Credit: $500
Total Tax Savings: $682
Total Post-Tax Investment Amount: $318

*Federal Tax is lower due to effect of reduced state income tax.
** Tax savings example based upon a $1,000 gift. 30% tax bracket for example only. Individual tax situations vary - please consult your tax advisor.

Text links here