Ep. 7 Turning Property Into Philanthropy: Unlocking Real Estate Gifts For Nonprofits with Bruce Geiss

Real estate makes up one of the largest portions of wealth in America yet only a tiny fraction of charitable giving comes from donated property. In this episode of Money to Give, Rick Peck sits down with Bruce Geiss, co-founder of Realty Gift Fund, to explore why so many nonprofits still say no to real estate gifts and what they are missing because of it. With decades of experience in real estate investment, development, and problem-solving, Bruce explains how his team helps turn complex property assets into meaningful charitable support for nonprofits across the country. Rick and Bruce unpack the gap between what donors are willing to give and what many organizations feel equipped to accept. They discuss why real estate can be such a powerful philanthropic tool, what makes a property marketable, how donor-advised funds often fit into the process, and why specialized partnerships can remove the fear and risk that keep nonprofits from saying yes. Along the way, Bruce shares compelling stories of donors who transformed highly appreciated property into major gifts, creating stronger family legacies and much greater impact than a cash gift alone might have allowed. This conversation will open your eyes to one of the biggest overlooked opportunities in charitable giving today.Contact Rick Peck:Website: https://www.thephilanthropyguy.comEmail: [email protected] A call: Rick Peck's CalendarSign Up For Charitable Giving Newsletter: Charitable Giving NewsletterLinkedIn: Richard PeckContact Bruce Geiss:Website: realtygiftfund.orgEmail: [email protected]