The Legacy Foundation is dedicated to fund-raising
through legacy and other charitable donations, an annual brunch and
auction, and grant applications.
The Legacy Foundation needs your support today and
for the future. Here are some of the ways you can help:
1.
Remember the Legacy Foundation when planning charity donations
2.
Support our projects and programs for Des Moines
3.
Be a
Sponsor, donate items for the auction, and attend our
annual Bayside Brunch in November. Any or all!
4.
Volunteer at and participate in activities.
5.
Submit suggestions and constructive criticism.
6.
Join
our Board of Directors
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: What can I do to leave a legacy in my will?
A: Here is a list
of things you can do to leave a legacy in your will. For more information,
contact the Foundation. Our contact information can be found on our Contact
page.
1.
Have a will and other estate
planning documents prepared by a professional.
2.
Leave a gift in your will for the
Des Moines Legacy Foundation, either a specific dollar amount or a percentage
of your assets.
3.
Consider using assets for your
charitable gift. These include, but aren’t limited to: cash, stocks,
bonds, certificates of deposit, real estate, vehicles, art and jewelry. Such
gifts may even provide estate tax savings to your heirs.
4.
Name the Des Moines Legacy
Foundation as a beneficiary of your pension, retirement plan or Individual
Retirement Account (IRA) or as a beneficiary and/or owner of your new or
existing life insurance policy.
5.
Remember and honor loved ones with
memorial gifts.
6.
Encourage family and friends to
leave gifts to non-profit organizations in their wills and living trusts.
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Q: How do I give a gift to a cause I care about?
A: There are many ways to give during your lifetime or by leaving a
charitable gift in a will or trust. We urge you to help individually through
your business, neighborhood, association, school, scouting group, or service
club. Many corporations match employee gifts to charities doubling your
contribution to the Des Moines Community! You may wish to make a donation of
cash, stocks, bonds, life insurance, or real estate, as a memorial to a loved
one or by leaving a gift in your will. IRA’s and annuities can also be
an excellent source of funds. Within certain guidelines withdrawals are
tax-free.
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Q: What can be donated?
A: The Des Moines Legacy Foundation needs your financial support today
and for the future. Des Moines has a rich history of park and
recreation stewardship dating back to the early 1900s when citizens donated
land for baseball fields (now Des Moines Field House Park). Donations such as land, play
equipment, Senior Center equipment, computers, park
maintenance support, plants and trees, athletic equipment, picnic tables and
benches, volunteer labor and cash have all been integral to improving parks,
recreation and senior services and our quality of life.
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Q: Who can help me arrange for a gift?
A: The Des Moines Legacy Foundation can help you arrange your gift.
Please contact the Foundation. Our contact information can be found on our
Contact page.
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Q: Is my gift tax deductible?
A: Yes. Because the Des Moines Legacy Foundation is a non-profit
organization you can receive tax benefits from your gift.
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Q: Can I leave a gift to recognize or honor a specific
person or purpose?
A: A gift is a wonderful way to recognize someone who made a difference
in your life. You may also specify to which program, project, or community
facility your gift will be directed.
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