Planned Gifts & Estate Planning
Among the most esteemed and powerful gifts to Clark College Foundation are planned gifts. Many supporters choose this option for the enduring impact and tax considerations it brings. Whether you choose to give through your estate or plan a donation from a retirement or investment fund, our in-house fundraising experts are here to collaborate with you. Together, we’ll ensure you receive the tax benefits you deserve, and the lasting impact of your contribution resonates for generations.
To get started with your planned gift, call or email Vivian Cheadle Manning our Director of Development & Gift Planning at 360.992.2104 or vmanning@supportclark.org!
Free Will Service
A planned gift in your will costs you nothing today, but allows you to make a significant impact on the future. The Clark College Foundation has a new estate planning tool, courtesy of FreeWill to help you get started on your estate plans online for free. You can use this tool on your own or use it in conjunction with an attorney to save time and money.
Make a Donation to Clark College Foundation Part of Your Estate Planning
Roy G. Andersen, a Vancouver business leader who invested in his employees because he felt a responsibility to the community, provided $28.8 million through his will, the single greatest contribution in the history of Clark College Foundation. Interest from his extraordinary endowment provides continuous financial support that allows the college to achieve its strategic goals.
When you commit to the future of Clark College through an estate planning gift, we welcome you into the Roy G. Andersen Visionary Society. Benefits include access to gift planning experts who will ensure your goals are met and your gift makes a meaningful impact, regular updates from Clark College Foundation, and invitations to exclusive events.
How Do You Make a Gift Through Your Estate?
Gifts through estate planning can fall into a few different categories with varying tax implications. Outright gifts include assets like cash, securities, and real estate. Life income gifts generally refer to annuities and trusts. Bequests may include retirement assets and retained life estates.
No matter the type of asset, once you are ready, you may make your commitment through any of these methods:
- Naming Clark College Foundation in your will or living trust
- Listing Clark College Foundation as a beneficiary of your IRA or life insurance
- Deeding a remainder interest in property
- Funding a life-income gift (charitable gift annuity or remainder trust)
Planned Gifts Through Real Estate and Investments
Unlock the potential for lasting impact by considering a real estate or investment planned gift. For individuals with the resources, this type of gift presents a unique opportunity to support Clark College’s mission while enjoying favorable tax benefits. Whether you’re interested in donating property, stocks, or securities, our gifting experts will guide you through the process, and show you how your donation will leave a lasting impact.
Have Questions About Estate Planning or Planned Gifts?
We need your investment in a brighter future and stronger communities through higher education – and we’re here to make the process as seamless as possible for you. So, if have any questions at all, reach out to Vivian Cheadle Manning our Director of Development & Gift Planning at 360.992.2104 or vmanning@supportclark.org!