Donate Real Estate to Support Southern Oregon PBS
Looking for a meaningful way to give back and make a lasting difference? Donating property to Southern Oregon PBS supports educational programming, in-depth news, and cultural content that enriches lives throughout our community.
Whether it's land, a house, commercial property, or a rental unit, your real estate donation directly supports public broadcasting — and may come with valuable tax benefits.
Have questions? Call us at 844-277-HOME (4663) or email cpyke@sopbs.org to get started.
Why Donate Real Estate?
By choosing to donate real estate to Southern Oregon PBS, you:
- Strengthen Public Media
Your property donation funds the programs you love—like PBS NewsHour, NOVA, Masterpiece, and educational children's programming. - Avoid the Hassle of Selling
Skip the time, effort, and expense of listing your property. We handle everything, from paperwork to closing. - Potentially Maximize Your Tax Benefits
Qualified real estate donations may offer fair market value tax deductions and help avoid capital gains tax. - Leave a Lasting Legacy
Your gift helps ensure Southern Oregon PBS continues to educate, inform, and inspire for years to come.
How to Donate Real Estate
Donating is easy — and we’ll guide you through each step.
Step 1: Submit Donation Information
Call us at 844-277-HOME (4663) or email cpyke@sopbs.org to get started. Our team will reach out and help address any questions or special considerations.
Step 2: Evaluate
We’ll assess the valuation, property condition, title status, and any liens or closing costs. If approved, we’ll issue a donation agreement for your review.
Step 3: Sell
We take care of listing, marketing, and selling the property to generate maximum value for Southern Oregon PBS.
Step 4: Close
We handle the closing process, submit IRS documentation, and send proceeds directly to Southern Oregon PBS. You’ll also receive a receipt for your tax-deductible donation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of real estate can I donate?
We accept a wide range of real estate: residential homes, vacant lots, commercial properties, rental units, and more. If you're unsure, reach out! - What do I need in order to donate?
In order to donate property, we must have written consent from any and all property owners. Your letter of intent will outline the donation terms. The title report will show the related ownership information. - Does the property need to be paid off?
Not necessarily. We’ll review your situation — even properties with mortgages may qualify. - How will the tax deduction be determined?
All real estate donation tax deductions are based on the full appraised value, not the sale price. In most cases, donors may deduct the difference between the cash received and the fair market value based on an appraisal specifically completed to assess the value based on IRS guidelines. Donors may not deduct proceeds that were applied to pay off mortgages or back real estate taxes. The deduction can be carried forward up to five years following the year of sale.
*Please consult your tax advisor, as individual situations vary
Make a Meaningful Impact with Your Property Donation
Tens of thousands of people across Southern Oregon count on public media every day. Your property donation helps us deliver trusted programming and vital educational services.
Have questions, or are you ready to donate? Call us at 844-277-HOME (4663) or or email cpyke@sopbs.org to get started.