Planned Giving at Civic Influencers: The Civic Legacy Society

 The Legacy Society offers donors an enduring way to contribute to Civic Influencers' mission, ensuring the future strength of democracy through planned gifts, estate planning, and other long-term philanthropic commitments. By creating lasting legacies, donors help sustain and expand critical programs designed to engage and empower future civic leaders.

Types of Planned Gifts Accepted:

  • Gifts designated in wills or living trusts, specifying a particular amount, percentage, or remainder of estate.

  • Donors contribute assets to a trust, and receive income for life or a specified term, with the remainder benefiting Civic Influencers.

  • Naming Civic Influencers as a beneficiary of IRA, 401(k), or other retirement plans, providing significant tax advantages.

  • Naming Civic Influencers as beneficiary of an existing or newly established policy, potentially generating significant tax benefits for donors.

  • Recommending grants from donor-advised funds to Civic Influencers, providing a streamlined giving option.

  • Donating appreciated securities directly, avoiding capital gains taxes, and receiving income tax deductions.

Benefits to Donors:

  • Lasting Impact

    Leave a meaningful legacy, ensuring continued support for democratic engagement and leadership development.

  • Exclusive Events

    Invitations to special gatherings, seminars on legacy planning, democracy-focused dialogues, and networking opportunities with fellow legacy supporters.

  • Recognition

    Inclusion in legacy communications, special acknowledgment in annual reports, and featured recognition at key events.

  • Tax Advantages

    Potentially significant reductions in estate and income taxes.

Get in touch

Join us in securing the future of democracy through a lasting legacy. To explore planned giving opportunities and discover how your commitment can make a profound impact, contact:

Phoenix Trent
 Vice President, Fundraising & Development
Email: phoenix@civicinfluencers.org
Phone: (415) 269-4570

We’re here to guide you through the process and help align your philanthropic vision with Civic Influencers’ mission. Let’s build a legacy that empowers future generations.