The YMCA of WNC Endowment Program
Your planned gift is for the next generation, a catalyst in perpetuating the work of the YMCA to make our community a safe and healthy place for children, families, teens and adults to live. You may leave a lasting legacy in several ways.
The Heritage Club is a special group of people who believe in the mission and work of the YMCA of Western North Carolina and who want to ensure that the valuable life-changing programs and services will continue for future generations. Each member of the Heritage Club has included the YMCA in his/her estate plan and /or made a financial gift to the endowment fund of a minimum of $1,000. For more information about becoming a member of the Heritage Club, click here to view the Heritage Club Brochure.
Permanent Named Funds are endowment gifts totaling $10,000 memorialized by name:
Phil Sales, Joe Mongovis and John Abbott were all committed historical supporters of the work of the YMCA. Each of these gentlemen and their families honored the YMCA with a generous gift upon their passing. These substantial gifts are the foundation of the endowment fund.
Charlotte Carlisle, who we sadly lost in 2007, was recognized by family and friends for her passion for YMCA work with teens.
Pat and Angie Vest, YMCA retirees who have made numerous contributions in honor of family and life events.
For more information, please call 251-5909 or email Dana Davis, Director of Financial Development, ddavis@ymcawnc.org.
Out right Gifts: Contributing cash, securities or real estate to the YMCA's endowment fund.
Bequest: Designating a gift to the YMCA for a specific amount, a percentage, or a remainder of your estate.
Beneficiary Designations: Naming the YMCA as owner or primary or contingent beneficiary or contingent beneficiary of a new or existing insurance policy, IRA, pension plan, or bank account.
Life Income Gift: Making a gift that allows you or your beneficiary to receive money now, with a future gift to the YMCA's endowment fund through a charitable trust or charitable gift annuity.
Permanent Named Funds: Within the endowment fund is a special distinction for gifts totaling $10,000 or more. Memorialized by name, this recognition honors the outstanding commitment of the donor while honoring them, their family and their descendants of their legacy.
