Donate Money
Hunger and the threat of homelessness affect all aspects of a child's life. Your financial gift is about so much more than meeting day-to-day needs. It's about giving families - individuals, parents, and kids - the support they need to make it through today and live with hope for the future.
Financial gifts help support MOM's programs, such as the Food Pantry, Clothing Center, Homelessness Prevention (Housing) programs, and seasonal programs in the Middleton, West Madison and Cross Plains areas of Wisconsin.
Other Ways to Make Financial Gifts
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Gifts in Honor or Memoriam
Gifts can be made in honor or in memory of your co-workers, family and friends.
Please make a note in the memo of the gift, and include their address if you would like us to send them an acknowledgement of the gift.
All gifts in honor or in memoriam are listed in our print newsletters.
Gifts can be sent to:
MOM
3502 Parmenter St.
Middleton, WI 53562 -
Gifts of Hope Gift Catalog
When you want to give the gift of community, give a Gift of Hope from our Gift Catalog.
How Gifts of Hope work:
- Choose your Gift: With many gifts to choose from, there's something for everyone on your list.
- You receive a Digital Card: We'll email you a full-color card (as a PDF file) that explains your gift and the donation you've made in the recipient's name. You can then print or email the card to your designated recipient.
- Your Gift helps Families in Need: To help deliver the most effective solutions to the greatest number of people, your donation will be combined with other funds and used as it is most needed.
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Gifts of Securities & Investments
Interested in giving MOM a gift of a Security or Investment? Contact the Financial Manager at 608-826-3411.
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IRA Distributions
If you are 70 ½ or older, you can contribute money to MOM directly from your Individual Retirement Account in a tax advantageous manner. IRA distributions donated directly from your retirement fund to a 501(c)(3) charity such as MOM, are considered Qualified Charitable Deductions.
The charitable distribution must be:
- From a traditional IRA or a Roth IRA;
- Direct from the IRA trustee to the charitable organization—with no intervening possession or ownership by the IRA owner;
- On or after the IRA owner has reached age 70½; and
- A contribution to an organization that would qualify as a charitable organization under Sec. 170(b(1)(a), other than a private foundation or donor advised fund.
Making a QCD as opposed to a normal charitable gift has two main advantages. First, a QCD counts toward satisfying an individual’s minimum distribution for that year. Second, the distribution is then excluded from the taxpayer’s taxable income. Total annual Qualified Charitable Deductions cannot exceed $100,000 per individual. Spouses can each make up to $100,000 of QCDs.
This year, with fewer individuals expected to itemize deductions, under the new tax regulations, the charitable deduction will be lost for many people. However, if you are 70 ½ or older, and are charitably inclined the QCD really works as a way to preserve an income-tax-reducing charitable deduction. Please consult with your personal financial advisor to learn more.
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Monthly Giving Program: Circle of Hope
Becoming a monthly supporter is an easy way to make a powerful and long-lasting impact in our community. Your recurring contributions add up over time, and help provide weeks, months and years of important assistance and resources to those in need.
For as little as $10 a month you'll become an invaluable Circle of Hope member dedicated to ending hunger and preventing homelessness for good.
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Matching Gift Program
Double your donation at no cost to you!
Many companies offer a matching gift program to encourage charitable giving among their employees, including spouses and retirees. Some companies will match not only monetary donations but also volunteer time.
If your company has a matching program, any donations to MOM may be doubled or even tripled. You will have to fill out some type of form (paper or online) and your company will verify with us that you have made a donation to MOM.
Contact your HR department to see if your company has a matching program.
Many companies will ask for the following information:
Organization Name: Middleton Outreach Ministry, Inc.
Address: 3502 Parmenter St. Middleton, WI 53562
Tax ID or EIN: 39-1484945
Match Coordinator: Erica Hendricks
Email Address: erica@momhelps.org
Phone number: 608-826-3411
Why I Give: Janet Bybee, Volunteer
I have been fortunate to have volunteered for Middleton Outreach Ministry for the past 12 years. Throughout this time, I have seen the dedicated staff members work diligently to assist clients in times of stress. Providing for the basic necessities of life - food, clothing, shelter - is their primary concern. And I know from the stories, the smiles, and the "thank yous” from clients that they are achieving these goals.
Why I Give: Nissa Judd, Board Member
I grew up in Middleton; went from Northside Elementary to Kromrey to graduating from MHS in the early 90’s. Never did I see what I thought was a homeless or near homeless student. So, when I was at a breakfast where the superintendent of MCPASD spoke of the nearly 100 homeless students in our district, I was shocked. Then, my inner Oprah took over and I knew I had to do something. I joined the MOM Board and donate my time and money so that those students in our community don’t have to worry about whether or not they will have the food they need, or clothing to wear, or, ultimately, a roof over their heads.
Why I Give: Jonathan, age 8
Jonathan donated $113.25, his savings from the entire year, to MOM. He said, “I want to give MOM my money this year. They know what they need so they can use my money to buy it. My money jar will be empty, but I don’t really mind if it helps people.”
Why I Give: Darren Fortney, Board Member
I give because I both REMEMBER and SEE. I REMEMBER having both food shortage and housing instability as a child and the stress that it put on my family and me. Not always having food on the table or available to take to school is something that is not easily forgotten. I also SEE. I see aMOM doing the very things in our community that I needed as a child. I am not sure who else could pick up the slack. Whether it is providing food, clothing, or housing assistance, I see firsthand how MOM helps those in need, even in the community I now live.
Why I Give: Eliza, 12-year-old sticker artist
I am a 12-year old digital artist from Middleton, Wisconsin. I love to draw unique zentangled designs and this year I decided I could raise money for charity with my art. I drew a Wisconsin-shaped design and printed waterproof vinyl stickers with the design to sell to raise money for Middleton Outreach Ministry. I raised hundreds of dollars to donate so far and I am going to keep raising money for MOM!
By Tricia Nolan, Board Member
I’m a believer in the power of our local community. If we can start with helping our neighbors, with simply caring for one another, our community will be stronger. And I truly believe as we strengthen our communities, we can’t help but bridge the divides of our nation, knitting together what’s torn or broken.
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The Garden is a Place of Healing
Lisa had relied on the food pantry garden for food and as a place to learn new skills and spend time with new friends, volunteers Dan and Eileen. When Lisa was diagnosed with breast cancer, the garden became something even more for her. It became a place of healing.
MOM's Housing Programs Intervene Before Evictions Strike
MOM's Stable Housing program is designed to assist vulnerable families, helping them to proactively plan for future financial hardships before they receive an eviction notice and to offer additional assistance to households already facing eviction. In addition to financial grants, MOM's Stable Housing Program provides employment and budget counseling; referrals; advocacy, landlord negotiation, and rent reconciliation plans. Your support helps MOM’s Stable Housing programs prevent eviction and keep families and their children secure in their homes.
Not just a carrot, it's confidence
When Carol unexpectedly lost her job, MOM helped her pay her utility bills and provided her with some monetary assistance to pay rent and avoid eviction. Carol was also able to bring home carrots, cheese and cereal from MOM's food pantry to feed her family during that stressful time. After a year of unemployment, Carol now has a full-time, managerial position in Madison at a biotech company that pays well and enables her to once again feel confident about herself and her future.
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