Why do people like making legacy gifts?
Legacy gifts (most commonly a donation made in your will or trust) cost nothing today and allow you to make an incredible impact, which is why so many people choose to make them.
There are some other exciting but less common gifts — scroll down to learn more!
Popular gifts for the future
See what types of gifts many people choose to make. Many people make these to honor a loved one, to show what’s important in their life.
Gifts in a will or trust
Donations in your will or trust are (by far) the most popular type of planned gift. Learn more, or get help starting your will or trust – for free!
Beneficiary designations
Gifting assets not covered by your will — like 401(k) or IRA accounts — may help your heirs avoid unwanted taxes, even if you’re below the estate tax threshold.
Popular gifts for today
Many people love these donation options because they fit with their personal circumstances and financial goals.
Gifts that pay you back
Give assets while providing yourself or others with income for a period of time or distributions at a later date.
Stocks and securities
Many people love donating stock or mutual funds because it may help them avoid paying capital gains taxes.
Cryptocurrency
Donate Bitcoin, Ethereum, and more to save on taxes and make a big impact.
Qualified Charitable Distributions
Use your IRA to make tax-free gifts that benefit you and our mission.
Please let us know if you’ve already included us in your estate plans!
Letting us know is incredibly helpful to our team and helps to make sure your gift is used the way you want it to be.
Planned giving helps fuel Vivalon’s mission
A gift in your will creates a foundation for the future. Our work today is important, but it is equally, if not more important, to ensure older adults in Marin are cared for well into the future. With nearly one out of every three residents over 60, our mission has never been more important and your support more crucial.
We’ve got to keep these entities alive, and it’s really best done through planned giving. Then organizations like Vivalon can continue giving back to our community.
Robert Beadle
Vivalon Donor
Frequently Asked Questions
The Vivalon Legacy Society honors individuals who have made a lasting commitment to our helping older adults by including us in their estate plans. By leaving a financial legacy, these compassionate supporters ensure that future generations benefit from our programs and services. As a member of the Vivalon Legacy Society, you join a community of like-minded individuals who share a vision of a brighter, more caring future.
A financial gift to Vivalon has a significant impact in supporting older adults in Marin. As the largest nonprofit serving this community, Vivalon relies on individual contributions to provide vital healthy aging services. Your generosity ensures that our neighbors receive essential nutrition, transportation, education, and social connections. Consider making a gift today to help create a sustainable support system for our community.
Please drop us an email at donations@vivalon.org to suggest a topic you would like to see covered or a specific presenter in one of our workshops.
Yes! Gifts of any size are deeply appreciated. Many people choose to leave a percentage of their estate, which scales up or down with your estate size.
Yes! Knowing in advance about your intentions is quite helpful to our staff, but you are always welcome to not share your gift.
We’ve partnered with FreeWill to help you make a will or trust at no cost to you. You can use this to complete your plans, or you may choose to use the same tools to get your affairs in order before visiting an attorney (who is likely to have a fee associated with finalizing your plans).
Yes. You are always free to revise or update your estate plans.
Yes! FreeWill will never share your personal information without your permission.
We’re here to help you meet your goals!
Our team would be happy to speak with you in confidence about your giving goals, with no obligation.
Name: Yvonne Roberts
Title :Chief Donor Relations Officer
Phone: 415-258-0578
Email: yroberts@vivalon.org
Already included us in your estate plan? Let us know