--- title: "Estate & Legacy Giving" id: "12259" type: "page" slug: "estate-legacy-giving" published_at: "2020-09-18T15:54:00+00:00" modified_at: "2026-11-06T23:16:02+00:00" url: "https://www.bgcaz.org/donate/estate-legacy-giving/" markdown_url: "https://www.bgcaz.org/donate/estate-legacy-giving.md" excerpt: "We're pleased that you've shown interest in learning about the many benefits of Estate & Legacy planned Planned Gifts. If you have any questions about the best way for you to benefit through a planned gift, please call our Planned..." --- # Estate & Legacy Giving # Estate & Legacy Giving - [Gift Options](#) - [Gift Models](#) - [FAQ's](#) - [Accreditation](#) ## **Make your Estate & Legacy Plans with BGCAZ** Welcome! We're pleased that you've shown interest in learning about the many benefits of Estate & Legacy planned Planned Gifts. If you have any questions about the best way for you to benefit through a planned gift, please call our Planned Giving Team at [+16029548182.](tel:+16029548182) ## Gift Options Giving to our cause can be done either directly or through a gift model that can provide tax benefits and even income. Click on a gift model below to learn more. ### Gifts of Stocks and Bonds Donating stocks allows you to avoid capital gains tax and often take a charitable deduction for the full value of the asset. Many of our donors are switching to stock donations to save on two types of taxes and make an immediate impact on our mission. The secure donation tool linked below can help you make your gift in a few minutes online and notify BGCAZ of your gift intentions. [Donate Securities](https://www.freewill.com/stocks/BGCAZ?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=BGCAZ_plannedgivingpg/) --- ### Gifts of Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) Do you have a Donor-Advised Fund? Don’t wait – make an immediate impact from the money you’ve already set aside to do good. The secure DAF donation tool linked below automatically notifies us of your gift intention and integrates with your DAF custodian to make recommending a grant to BGCAZ seamless and easy. [Recommend a DAF Grant](https://www.freewill.com/daf/BGCAZ?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=BGCAZ_plannedgivingpg) --- ### Gifts of Retirement Assets If you are 70.5 and older, you can support BGCAZ directly from your IRA account while reducing your future tax burden. This type of gift is called a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). You can complete the necessary forms using the online donation tool linked below in as little as 10 minutes. [Give from My IRA](https://www.freewill.com/qcd/BGCAZ?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=BGCAZ_plannedgivingpg) --- ### Cryptocurrency More and more donors are using Crypto as a tax-smart way to give. The secure donation tool linked below allows you to donate your currency, name a gift intention, and request a tax receipt — all in a few minutes. [Donate Crypto](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/gifts/cryptocurrency/) ### Gifts of Insurance A gift of your life insurance policy is an excellent way to make a gift to charity. If you have a life insurance policy that has outlasted its original purpose, consider making a gift of your insurance policy. For example, you may have purchased a policy to provide for minor children and they are now financially independent adults. [Learn More](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/beneficiary-designations/) --- ### Gifts of Cash A gift of cash is a simple and easy way for you to make a gift. [Learn More](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/) --- ### Gifts of Real Estate Donating appreciated real estate, such as a home, vacation property, undeveloped land, farmland, ranch or commercial property can make a great gift to our organization. [Learn More](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/gifts/real-estate/) --- ### Gifts of Business Interests As a business owner, you have the opportunity not only to build your business and accumulate wealth for yourself and your family, but also to accomplish your philanthropic goals through charitable planning. A gift of your corporate stock or assets can provide you with tax and income benefits and help further our mission. [Learn More](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/tax-smart-gifts/) [^ Return to Top](#) ## Gift Models Giving to our cause can be done either directly or through a gift model that can provide tax benefits and even income. Click on a gift model below to learn more. ### Make a Will A gift for you and your future. Thank you for your generosity. Create your legacy in 20 minutes and ensure peace of mind and security for you and your loved ones using [Freewill](https://www.freewill.com/bgcaz?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=bgcaz_plannedgivingpg) . ### [Bequest](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/) A bequest in your will is a powerful way to ensure young people across our region have access to transformative programs and mentorship for generations to come. If you do not have an up-to-date plan in place, you can create your legal will for free using [this trusted resource](https://www.freewill.com/bgcaz?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=bgcaz_plannedgivingpg) from our partners at FreeWill, and start your legacy with Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley at the same time. ### IRA Rollover Congress has enacted a permanent IRA charitable rollover. As a result you can make an IRA rollover gift this year and in future years. [Read More](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/gifts/qualified-charitable-distributions-from-your-ira/) ### Beneficiary Designation Gifts You can designate us as a beneficiary of a retirement, investment or bank account or your life insurance policy. [Read More](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/beneficiary-designations/) ### Charitable Gift Annuity You transfer your cash or appreciated property to our organization in exchange for our promise to pay you fixed payments (with rates based on your age) for the rest of your life. [Read More](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/gifts/charitable-gift-annuities/) ### Charitable Remainder Unitrust You transfer your cash or appreciated property to fund a charitable remainder unitrust. The trust sells your property tax free and provides you with income for life or a term of years. [Read More](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/gifts/charitable-remainder-trusts/) ### Charitable Remainder Annuity Trust You transfer your cash or appreciated property to fund a charitable remainder annuity trust. The trust sells your property tax free and provides you with fixed income for life or a term of years. [Read More](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/gifts/charitable-remainder-trusts/) ### Charitable Lead Trust You fund a trust that makes gifts to us for a number of years. Your family receives the trust remainder at substantial tax savings. [Read More](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/gifts/charitable-lead-trusts/) ### Sale and Unitrust You give a portion of your property to us to fund a charitable remainder trust, when the property sells you receive cash and income for life. [Read More](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/gifts/real-estate/) ### Bargain Sale We purchase your property for less than fair market value. You receive cash and a charitable deduction for the difference between the market value and purchase price. [Read More](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/gifts/real-estate/) ### Give It Twice Trust You provide your children with a stream of income while making a gift to charity. [Read More](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/gifts-that-pay-you-back/) ### Life Estate Reserved You give your property to our organization but retain the right to use the property during your life. [Read More](https://bgcaz.mygiftlegacy.org/gifts/retained-life-estate/) [^ Return to Top](#) ## FAQ's How will my donation be used? **$800** - Provides 10 kids with academic and character development programs **$400** - 20 hours of drug prevention education or 15 dental screenings **$200** - 100 hot meals for hungry kids **$100** - Sponsors 4 kids to play in the basketball league **$50** - Helps transport 5 kids to the Club Can I deduct my donation on my taxes? Yes! **Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley*** Federal Tax ID: 86-0550646 Arizona State QCO Code: 20331 (Arizona DOR Form 321) Mesa Arts Academy (School Tax Credit – CTDS #078613101 on AZDOR Form 322) *Tax circumstances are different for everyone: ask your tax adviser if you are eligible for the Arizona Qualifying Charitable Tax Credit and/or Public School Tax Credit for the year. Please consult your tax adviser regarding federal income tax.* Can you explain Arizona tax credits? How is a "tax credit" different from a "tax deduction"? The short answer is this: tax credits help you save more money when it comes to paying income taxes. The longer answer... A tax deduction can only lower your taxable income and the tax rate that is used to calculate your tax obligation. A tax credit reduces how much you owe, giving you a **larger refund** of your withholding. But certain tax credits can give you a refund even if you have no withholding. You can [read more at IRS.gov](https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions-for-individuals) , but it might be easier to understand if you look on YouTube! Why Give Monthly? Become a Champion! Join a special group of committed donors who believe that all children deserve a safe place to grow, play, learn and succeed. A monthly gift is easy to set up and manage. It provides immediate and sustaining support to the kids who walk through our doors everyday. [Learn More](https://www.bgcaz.org/donate/become-a-champion/) Tell me about Estate Planning / Planned Giving Learn "How to Give" and discover gift options that provide tax and income benefits. Discover the best planned gift to meet your goals. [Learn More](https://www.bgcaz.org/donate/planned-giving/) [^ Return to Top](#) ## Accreditation [https://www.charitynavigator.org/ein/860550646](https://www.charitynavigator.org/ein/860550646) [Charity Navigator](https://www.charitynavigator.org/ein/860550646) is America's premier independent charity evaluator. They help charitable givers make intelligent giving decisions by providing in-depth, objective ratings and analysis of the financial health, accountability, and transparency of America's largest charities. We are proud to have earned a "Four-Star Rated Charity", the highest rating an organization can receive. This rating is described as "Exceeds industry standards and outperforms most charities in its Cause." [https://app.candid.org/profile/8278330/boys-girls-clubs-of-the-valley-86-0550646/?pkId=a7a79fa0-f056-4da6-b97c-9a46f3969ae9](https://app.candid.org/profile/8278330/boys-girls-clubs-of-the-valley-86-0550646/?pkId=a7a79fa0-f056-4da6-b97c-9a46f3969ae9) Candid (previously GuideStar) has awarded Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley with a "Platinum Transparency" for 2026. [^ Return to Top](#)