Legacy Giving
Legacy Giving: Leave a Lasting Impact
Creating a legacy through DARTS is a meaningful way to ensure your support for older adults extends far into the future.
There are several ways to make a lasting gift:
Include DARTS in your will or trust
A bequest is a simple way to make a significant difference. You can specify an amount, a percentage, or a residual portion of your estate to support DARTS’ mission.
Endowment Gifts
Your endowment gift to DARTS creates a lasting legacy that ensures older adults in our community will continue to receive the support they need for years to come. These transformative gifts are carefully invested, providing an ongoing, reliable source of income that strengthens our reserve and safeguards the essential services we provide to older adults – no matter the economic climate. By contributing to the endowment, you ensure your generosity will have an enduring impact, helping future generations of older adults thrive in their homes and communities.
Name DARTS as a beneficiary
You can name DARTS as a beneficiary of your retirement accounts, investment accounts, or life insurance policy. Simply update your beneficiary designations with your account administrator or life insurance provider, naming DARTS as a full or partial beneficiary.
Heritage Society
By making a planned gift, you will be invited to join our Heritage Society, which recognizes donors who have made long-term commitments to DARTS.
Please let us know if DARTS is already part of your estate plans. We’d be honored to recognize your incredible support!
Stock
Make a gift of stock to DARTS
Donating stock is a simple and tax-smart way to support DARTS and make a lasting difference for older adults.
We’re happy to provide all the details you need to get started.
To initiate the process:
1. Contact your broker
Ask your broker to initiate a “broker-to-broker” transfer. Instruct them to donate the stock directly to DARTS.
2. Get our transfer details
DARTS will provide you with the necessary transfer information, including the name of our brokerage firm, DTC number, account name and number, and our broker’s contact details.
3. Transfer your securities
Your broker will transfer the securities directly to DARTS’ account. It’s important that the transfer occurs before the stock is sold to avoid capital gains tax.
To begin your stock donation, please connect with Sarah Lindner using the contact information below.
IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution
IRA charitable rollover: Make a tax-smart gift
If you are 70½ or older, you can make a tax-free gift to DARTS directly from your IRA. This gift, known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), counts toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) and allows you to reduce your taxable income, even if you do not itemize deductions.
Benefits of an IRA charitable rollover:
Satisfy your RMD
If you’re 73 or older and must take Required Minimum Distributions from your IRA, a QCD allows you to fulfill this requirement while supporting DARTS.
Tax advantage
QCDs allow you to give directly to DARTS without having to count the distributions as taxable income.
How to get started
Instruct your IRA administrator to transfer funds directly to DARTS. Once you’ve initiated a transfer, please let us know so we can ensure your gift is received and properly acknowledged.
It’s an easy and tax-efficient way to make a significant impact on the lives of older adults and caregivers.
Matching Gifts
Did you know your company can double your impact?
Many employers offer matching gift programs, allowing you to increase your impact at no extra cost. By taking a few simple steps, you can make an even bigger difference in the lives older adults and caregivers.
Here’s how to participate:
1. Check with HR
Contact your Human Resources department to find out if your company offers a matching gift program.
2. Get the details
Your HR team will provide you with program guidelines, submission forms, and any deadlines.
3. Submit your request
Complete and submit the matching gift request form. Afterward, let DARTS know so we can keep an eye out for your matching donation.
Thank you for taking the extra step to maximize your impact. With your help, we’re building a community where everyone can age with dignity and a sense of belonging. And that is the best gift of all!
Vehicle Donations
Donate your vehicle – It’s easy and tax deductible!
Make a lasting impact on the lives of local seniors by donating your used vehicle to DARTS. Instead of selling or trading in your used car, truck, SUV, motorcycle, RV, or boat on a trailer, consider donating it to support older adults in your community.
Here’s how it works:
1. Complete the vehicle donation form
2. Drop off your vehicle
Bring your vehicle, title, keys, and completed form to the DARTS office. You’ll sign the seller portion of the title when you drop it off.
3. Get your tax receipt
After 4-6 weeks, you’ll receive a tax-deductible receipt for the full sale amount of your vehicle.
Your donation helps older adults live independently and stay connected. Thank you for making a difference!
