Ways to Give
Investing in the next generation.
Supporting Centralia Christian School’s Foundation can be achieved in many ways. Essentially you are leaving a legacy of faith. A legacy gift is a meaningful way to reflect your values, love, and commitment to Christian education—while blessing future generations. This planned giving ensures CCS lives on and continues to provide students with a Christ-centered, academically strong foundation
“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”
– Proverbs 22:6
Planned Giving
Planned giving refers to specific gift types that can be funded with cash, property, or bequests made from your will. These gifts may offer financial benefits such as, reduced taxation from capital gains, estate, inheritance or income. There are planned giving options for every donor.
Many people haven’t yet explored planned giving simply because they haven’t had the opportunity or guidance. We’re here to help. CCSF partners with a trusted local CPA who is available to discuss the financial benefits of legacy giving.
1. Gifts from Estate Plans:
Name CCSF in your will or trust. Please contact your financial advisor regarding how estate planning benefits can be maximized for your continued enjoyment today as well as benefiting CCSF in the years to come.
2. Gift of Stock, Securities or Real Estate
Gifting of stocks, bonds or financial securities is coordinated with the CCSF’s Endowment Investment Advisor at no cost to your investment portfolio.
Gifting of real estate is simply accomplished by transferring of title. Any costs associated with this transfer can be covered by CCSF.
3. Charitable Trust or Annuity with CCSF as one of the Beneficiaries
Charitable gift annuity: Is a contract between the donor and CCSF, whereby the donor transfers cash or property in exchange for a partial tax deduction and an annual income from CCSF.
Charitable remainder annuity trust: the donor places a major gift of cash or property into a trust. The trust pays a fixed amount of income each year to the donor or to the donor’s specified beneficiary, CCSF. When the donor passes, the remainder of the trust is transferred to CCSF.
4. Beneficiary Designation within Retirement Accounts or Life Insurance Policy
401K and/or IRA beneficiary: Did you know that it is easy to name CCSF as a beneficiary on your 401K and/or IRA? It does not require the time or cost of a visit with an attorney.
Life Insurance: you may own life insurance that is no longer needed for the reason it was originally purchased. Instead of letting it lapse or surrendering the cash value, you may be able to provide a significant gift to CCSF by designating us as the beneficiary of the policy. Some of the advantages: life insurance gifts avoid the costs and delays of administering an estate gift, can be made anonymously, and are easy to arrange.
5. One-Time, Significant Donation
A one-time donation can be done via our website. If your monetary donation is significant, we would like the opportunity to discuss with you how we will manage funds and whether or not you wish to designate use of funds within the many school or Foundation applications all of which ultimately benefit the school, students and teachers.
6. Sustaining Supporter
Sustaining Supporter – Setting up a monthly giving amount is easily accomplished by transfer from your financial institution account to CCSF.
Let’s start the Conversation
Our Legacy Team is available for a no-pressure meeting-by phone, Zoom, or in person. We simply want you to be informed and encouraged as you consider your legacy.
Benefits of Planning Now
Peace of mind knowing your affairs are in order and reflect your heart
Greater potential impact than a lifetime gift
The opportunity to bless your family and a ministry you believe in
Tax advantages for you or your estate
Centralia Christian School Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization EIN 91-1477712