Make a difference to the lives of people affected by armed conflict
You’ve decided you want to support the work of the ICRC, which helps millions of people around the world suffering the effects of war. But you may not realize just how many ways there are to give. By creating a plan that takes into account your personal and family circumstances and the potential tax advantages, we can help you make the most of your donation.
You’ve decided you want to support the work of the ICRC, which helps millions of people around the world suffering the effects of war. But you may not realize just how many ways there are to give. By creating a plan that takes into account your personal and family circumstances and the potential tax advantages, we can help you make the most of your donation.
Whether you intend to give as part of your retirement or estate planning, or when handing over your business, you can deduct donations of up to 20% of your net income (for individuals) or 20% of your net profit (for companies) from your taxable income for federal, cantonal and local taxes.
Please note that tax regulations vary slightly from one canton to another.
Give today
To provide life-saving help immediately, you can give:
- Cash, which is fully tax-deductible up to 20% of your net income/profit
- Securities, such as stocks or bonds
- The cash surrender value of a whole-life insurance policy
- The proceeds from the sale of artwork, property or other assets.
Plan today to give tomorrow
To make a bigger gift and take full advantage of tax benefits, you can:
- Spread out a cash donation over several years
- Make a bequest in your will
- Designate the ICRC or another charity as the beneficiary of your life insurance policy, either upon your death or at the end of a 10-, 15- or 20-year term
- give when handing over your family business.