Ways to Give
It’s easy to make a lasting impact at the David Posnack JCC.
Give in a way that works for you.
Whether you want to make an immediate impact or create a legacy for the future, there are many simple ways to support the David Posnack JCC.
A message of trust and stewardship:
We are proud that 85% of funds raised support our mission directly, helping us deliver meaningful programs and services for our community. Legacy and endowment gifts help protect that efficiency so we can put more dollars to mission today and tomorrow.
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Your impact can last forever.
Planned gifts and endowment support help ensure the David Posnack JCC remains a place of connection, care, Jewish values and community strength for generations.
Good to know: Many planned gifts are made by updating something you already have, like a beneficiary designation or a simple clause in a will.
A bequest is one of the simplest ways to leave a legacy. You can designate a specific amount, a percentage of your estate, a particular asset or a “remainder” gift after other obligations are fulfilled. (This aligns with your rack card language.)
Why donors like this option
- Easy to add or update with your attorney
- Flexible, you can revise it as life changes
- Creates a lasting impact without affecting your lifestyle today
Next step
Contact your attorney, then email or call us so we can ensure your intentions are honored and recognize you appropriately if you wish.
Naming DPJCC as a beneficiary of a retirement plan or IRA is often as simple as completing a beneficiary form.
Why donors choose this
- Simple paperwork, often completed in minutes
- Can be a very tax-smart way to give, depending on your situation
- Creates significant future impact
Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs)
If you are age 70½ or older, you may be able to make a Qualified Charitable Distribution directly from an IRA to a qualified charity. The rules and annual limits can change, so we encourage donors to confirm details with their advisor.
Next step
Talk with your financial advisor, then reach out to us for beneficiary details and next steps.
A donor-advised fund is a simple and popular way to structure charitable giving over time. If you already have a DAF, recommending a grant to DPJCC is easy. DAFs can also be used as part of a legacy plan.
Why donors like this option
- Organized giving, one place to manage philanthropy
- Can be used for current giving and longer-term legacy intentions
Next step
Request a grant from your DAF provider, or contact us if you would like to explore legacy options through your fund.
Donating appreciated stock or mutual funds can be an especially efficient way to give. In many cases, donors may avoid capital gains tax and may be eligible for a charitable deduction for the fair market value, subject to IRS rules.
Why donors like this option
- Potential tax advantages compared to selling first
- Can be a powerful way to give more at a lower after-tax cost
Next step
Please contact us before you initiate a transfer so we can ensure a smooth receipt and proper crediting.
A life insurance policy can be used for charitable impact by naming DPJCC as a beneficiary, or in some cases transferring ownership of a policy. (This mirrors your rack card content.)
Why donors choose this
- Can turn an underused policy into a meaningful legacy gift
- Easy to update beneficiary designations in many cases
Next step
Talk with your advisor, then contact us so we can document your intent.
Endowment gifts are invested to create long-term support for DPJCC. The principal remains intact and a portion of earnings helps sustain programs and services.
Why this matters
- Endowment support strengthens the JCC’s financial foundation and helps protect our ability to direct a high percentage of funds to mission.
Next step
Contact us to discuss how your gift can be directed to an existing endowment fund or to establish a named fund.
A charitable gift annuity can provide fixed payments for life and may offer tax benefits. Your rack card references a minimum gift amount, which you can continue to reflect based on DPJCC policy.
Why donors choose this
- Predictable income stream
- Potential tax benefits
- Creates a future charitable impact
Next step
Contact us to explore whether this is a fit and to coordinate with your advisor.
A charitable remainder trust can provide income to you or loved ones for a period of time, with the remainder supporting DPJCC. (Aligned with your rack card.
Why donors choose this
- Income first, then legacy impact
- Can be useful for certain appreciated assets
Next step
Speak with your attorney/financial advisor. We can also provide language and coordinate with your planning team.
A charitable lead trust can provide support to DPJCC now for a period of years, with the remainder returning to your family or other beneficiaries. (Aligned with your rack card.)
Why donors choose this
- Immediate charitable support
- Can be beneficial in certain estate planning scenarios
Next step
Discuss with your planning team and contact us to coordinate.
Donations can sometimes be made using real estate or other assets. These gifts can be structured in ways that fit your financial plan while supporting DPJCC’s mission.
Next step
Contact us early so we can explore feasibility and ensure proper handling.
In some circumstances, donors may contribute shares in privately-held companies or partnership interests, which can be sold or used to generate income for the J.
Next step
This requires advance planning. Please contact us to begin a confidential conversation.
In certain cases, donors can contribute royalties from intellectual property. This can create ongoing income for the organization.
Next step
Contact us to discuss feasibility and next steps.
If you can answer one question, we can help you find a great fit:
What matters most to you right now?
“I want the easiest option.”
“I want to give without affecting my current budget.”
“I want to make a tax-smart gift.”
“I want to provide income for myself or my family.”
“I want to support the JCC forever through endowment.”
Call to action:
Email or call us for a confidential conversation. We will help you identify options and coordinate with your attorney or financial advisor.
Already included DPJCC in your plans? Please let us know so we can thank you and ensure your gift is used as you intend.
For more information, please contact Beverly S. Bachrach, MS,
Chief Philanthropy Officer, at 954.453.9382 or bbachrach@dpjcc.org.
