Where Your Donations Go
Financial Assistance
Protecting the diverse wildlife of our great state can be both challenging and costly. We provide financial assistance in the form of grants, helping to bolster, prepare, and care for the brave service people who risk everything for our state’s natural resources.
Scholarships
Making sure our officers are educated in a variety of ways is paramount, which is why we’re committed to making higher education affordable. We help Wildlife Officers and their families with college finances and the costs of various educational programs in order to arm them with all manner of knowledge and training.
Training and Safety Support
We’re here to make sure CA Wildlife Officers get what they need to serve our state well. Foundation funds may assist Wildlife Officers in securing resources that are otherwise unavailable in their annual state budget, giving them the tools they need for continued analysis and dynamic research.
Furthering Awareness
Beyond providing financial assistance and educational resources we also exist to further public knowledge about the vital services Wildlife Officers perform. Part of our mission is to teach the citizens of our state about what these brave Officers do, and how all of us can help make sure that they’re taken care of.
How to Give to CalWOF
There are a few ways you can donate to help protect those who protect our resources.
Additionally, we offer opportunities for corporate partnerships and sponsorships. If your company is committed to social responsibility and wants to align its brand with our organization’s mission, we would be delighted to discuss mutually beneficial collaboration. Together, we can maximize our collective impact and make a real difference in the lives of individuals and communities in need.
Online Donation
If you prefer a one-time donation, we offer a straightforward and secure online payment system that allows you to make a quick and efficient contribution with just a few clicks. Your donation will directly support our initiatives and help us address pressing needs promptly.
For those seeking a more sustained engagement, we encourage you to consider becoming a monthly donor. By setting up a recurring donation, you provide us with a reliable source of funding, enabling us to plan and execute long-term projects that have a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve. Monthly giving is a convenient and hassle-free way to make a significant difference over time.
Follow the link below to give a one time donation online with your credit card via PayPal.
Stock Gifts
Donating stocks or other securities to CalWOFn is a powerful way to make a meaningful contribution while potentially enjoying significant tax benefits. By donating appreciated securities, you can support our mission and potentially avoid capital gains taxes on the appreciated value of the stocks.
When you donate stocks, you transfer ownership to our organization, allowing us to sell the securities and use the proceeds to further our programs and initiatives. This method of giving provides you with a unique opportunity to maximize the impact of your donation while potentially minimizing your tax liability.
Gifts of securities can be easily donated to the CalWOF by the paperless direct transfer method between your stockbroker and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC. If you need to transfer paper securities, please contact info@calwof.org.
Planned and Estate Giving
Planning for the future and considering the impact you can have even after your lifetime is a powerful way to support CalWOF. By including our organization in your estate planning, you can leave a lasting legacy and continue making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Planned gifts of all sizes can sustain the Foundation’s goals while providing significant tax and financial benefits to the donor. Please be sure to consult with your attorney or an Estate or Gift Planning professional to maximize these benefits. For more information about planned giving, please send a note to info@calwof.org
Mail your donation
Send us your donation to the below address:
California Wildlife Officers Foundation
P.O. Box 865
San Carlos, CA 94070-0865
FEIN 20-8449229
501(c)(3)
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I give to CALWOF?
We are an organization for all who appreciate the beauty of California’s wildlife and who wish to support those protecting it. In early 2008, CalWOF reached its first fundraising goal of $1 million dollars, enabling it to award its first $13,000 in scholarships to 12 children and one spouse of an officer. Since then, CalWOF has issued grants of over $400,000, helping officers and their families serve our great state. With your support, we can continue to positively impact our Wildlife Officers and keep the natural resources of California safe for years to come.
How do I make an online donation?
You can make a one-time or monthly donation via our online donation form.
How can I give monthly?
You can make a monthly donation via our online donation form. You can change or cancel at anytime in your PayPal account settings.
How can I make a gift by check?
Please make your check payable to the International Rescue Committee and send it to the California Wildlife Officers Foundation, P.O. Box 865, San Carlos, CA 94070-0865, FEIN 20-8449229, 501(c)(3).
How can I make a stock gift?
Gifts of securities can be easily donated to the CalWOF by the paperless direct transfer method between your stockbroker and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC. If you need to transfer paper securities, please contact info@calwof.org.
How can I make a planned gift?
Planned gifts of all sizes can sustain the Foundation’s goals while providing significant tax and financial benefits to the donor. Please be sure to consult with your attorney or an Estate or Gift Planning professional to maximize these benefits. For more information about planned giving, please send a note to info@calwof.org.
Does CALWOF offer opportunities for corporate partnerships and sponsorships?
If your company is committed to social responsibility and wants to align its brand with our organization’s mission, we would be delighted to discuss mutually beneficial collaboration. Together, we can maximize our collective impact and make a real difference in the lives of individuals and communities in need.
How can I get updates from CALWOF?
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