Becoming a member of the Heritage Club requires a commitment which now, or in the future, will add to the Illinois Valley YMCA's Endowment Fund. The Heritage Foundation is building an endowment to assist area children for decades to come. It's a legacy of love that will let children thrive in a safe, supervised environment as they mature into solid citizens of future generation. The Heritage Club is a special group of individuals drawn together by their dedication to the Illinois Valley YMCA. By joining such a club, members carry on the Illinois Valley YMCA's mission from generation to generation. They have assured the continuity of their support for all time by making a direct gift to the Illinois Valley YMCA Endowment Trust fund, or by naming the Illinois ValleyYMCA in their will, insurance program, trust agreement, or life estate plan.

Cash

Make an immediate donation and take a charitable deduction as provided by law.

Wills

Include the Illinois Valley YMCA in a will and reduce estate taxes. Fixed amounts, specific assets or percentages of the estate may be specified. Another option is to name the Illinois Valley YMCA as recipient of the remainder of an estate after all other expenses and specified contributions.

Appreciated Assets

Contribute appreciated assets, such as stock, real estate or personal property to the Illinois Valley YMCA and receive a charitable deduction equal to the current value of the assets without capital gains tax.

Existing Life Insurance

Purchase a life insurance policy naming the Illinois Valley YMCA as the beneficiary, and take a charitable deduction equal to the premium amount. Several plans are available in which a new policy can be fully paid in a period of five to seven years.

Trusts

Establish a form of a charitable trust and/or annuities that provide the donor with a fixed or variable lifetime income and receive a charitable deduction at the same time.

Real Estate

Donate a home or real estate to the Illinois Valley YMCA, enjoy the benefits of ownership for life, and recognize a charitable deduction immediately.

Contact or send your gift to the Illinois Valley YMCA, 815-223-7904 attention
David Potthoff, Executive Director, or email Dave!

Your Gift