Leave a Legacy Gift
Make a lasting investment in a hunger-free future. We are here to answer your questions and help find the right gift for you.
Food Bank Legacy Society
Help ensure we are always here to serve our neighbors by including the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano in your will or estate plan. Ready to make your plan? After extensive research, we’ve partnered with Giving Docs to offer free estate planning tools. You are not required to leave a gift in order to create a will. This is our free gift to you.
Other Ways to Give
Transfer cash, securities or other assets to the Food Bank in exchange for fixed annual payments for life that are partially tax-free! The remaining principal will benefit the Food Bank. Start payments now or later. Potential savings on capital gains tax.
Charitable Lead Trust
Provides the Food Bank with an income stream for a specified term while allowing you to pass on appreciating assets to your heirs in the future. Appreciation in the trust passes tax-free to your heirs. Reduces your gift and estate taxes. Reduces or eliminates transfer taxes due when principal reverts to your heirs.
Allows you to make a charitable contribution, receive an immediate tax deduction, and then recommend grants from the fund over time. By supporting us through your DAF, you can streamline your giving process and potentially grow your funds tax-free before making the grant, enabling you to make a larger impact.
Life Insurance
Name the Food Bank as your life insurance policy beneficiary. Simple to do. Irrevocably donating an existing policy you no longer need may provide you with an income tax charitable deduction.
If you are 70 ½ years old or older, make a gift directly from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to the Food Bank. QCDs can satisfy your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) without increasing your taxable income. An efficient way to make a meaningful contribution while enjoying tax benefits.
Stocks or Appreciated Assets
Donate stocks or other appreciated assets, such as bonds or mutual funds. When you transfer these assets directly to us, you can potentially avoid paying capital gains tax. You may also be eligible for a tax deduction based on the full fair market value of the asset at the time of the gift.
A simple designation in your will or trust. Retain control of your assets during your lifetime. Adjust your gift if circumstances change. We’ve partnered with Giving Docs to offer free estate planning tools. You are not required to leave a gift in order to create a will.
Already Included the Food Bank in Your Plans?
Please use this form to let us know you plan to include the Food Bank in your will so we can keep you up to date on our work.**
* It is recommended you consult with your tax or legal advisor prior to making a legacy gift.
** There is never an obligation when requesting planned giving information. All of your information is maintained confidentially. We never release, share, sell or rent names, addresses, or other sensitive personal information.
Questions? If you have questions or would like more information about planned giving, contact Philanthropy Officer Sareesha Nile at 925-849-8345 or snile@foodbankccs.org.
Sending a check or donation notice by mail? Please make checks payable to “Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano” to: 4010 Nelson Ave, Concord, CA 94520.
The Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano consistently earns Charity Navigator’s highest four-star rating.
The Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano is a 501(3)(C) nonprofit. Federal Tax ID: 94-2418054.