OTHER WAYS TO GIVE
There’s more than one way to spark hope. Whether you prefer to give now, give over time, or give in someone’s honor, each option fuels the academic, emotional, and career pathways young people rely on at Hope Ignites. Explore the ways you can make your impact go further.
CONTRIBUTE BY MAIL
Please mail your contribution to:
Hope Ignites Southern California
2102 Business Center Drive
Suite 130
Irvine, CA 92612
GIVE BY PHONE
To make a gift by phone, call our administrative office at 949-515-8833.
GIVE IN HONOR OR MEMORY
A gift to Hope Ignites in honor of a friend or loved one is a meaningful and lasting way to celebrate their accomplishments, life, and memory.
Immediately upon receipt of your gift, the honoree or family will be notified in writing. The amount of your gift will not be disclosed. Fill out the donation form on this page and designate the memorial or tribute when asked for the purpose of the gift.
To make a tribute or memorial gift via check, please include:
- The name of the honoree
- The contact information of the party you would like to notify
MULTI-YEAR PLEDGES & RECURRING GIFTS
Consider a long-term commitment to the success of our program and scholars. Monthly gifts can be set up on your credit card through the online donation form on the donate page. Annual or quarterly pledges are gratefully accepted. Contact our offices for help to set up your annual or quarterly pledge.
PLANNED GIVING
WHAT YOU CAN GIVE
You can give cash, personal property, securities, real estate, insurance and retirement plans.
HOW TO STRUCTURE YOUR GIFT
OUTRIGHT GIFTS
When you make a direct gift today, you benefit immediately from this addition to Hope Ignites’ assets.
DEFERRED GIFTS
A gift pledged today will benefit Hope Ignites at some future time while allowing you to give much more than you otherwise might. A deferred gift may also offer you immediate tax savings and lifetime income.
UNRESTRICTED GIFTS
When you make a gift without restrictions, Hope Ignites has the flexibility to use your contribution for the most pressing needs at the time.
RESTRICTED GIFTS
If you have a special interest, it may be possible for you to designate a gift specifically for that purpose. The Hope Ignites staff can provide you with a list of programs approved for designated giving.
HOW YOU CAN GIVE
BEQUESTS
A bequest is a gift passed down through a will or living trust. It entitles you to an estate tax deduction equal to the amount of the gift, thus reducing your taxable estate and federal tax liability.
LIFE INCOME TRUSTS
You create such a trust by transferring cash, securities or property to a trustee of your choosing. Thereafter, for life or a predetermined length of time, the trustee will provide income either to you or your beneficiary at least once a year. When the trust expires, usually at the end of your life or your beneficiary’s life, the principal passes to Hope Ignites. A life income trust is an excellent choice for highly appreciated assets that provide little or no income. There are two types of life income trusts, an Annuity Trust and a Unitrust.
Annuity Trust (Fixed Income) – With this type of income trust, you receive the same dollar amount every year, determined at the outset by your individual needs. An annuity is the best choice for highly appreciated assets that produce little income.
Unitrust (Variable Income) – This is the more flexible of the two types of life income trusts. A unitrust pays you a predetermined rate of return, according to the value of the trust assets each year. Since the value is recalculated each year, your income may vary. You may add to the principal of a unitrust at any time unlike the annuity trust.
CHARITABLE GIFT ANNUITY
The charitable gift annuity is a legal contract under which Orange County Community Foundation agrees to pay you a fixed dollar amount for your lifetime in return for an irrevocable gift of cash or securities. Hope Ignites is able to offer a “guaranteed” life income because this obligation is secured by the Orange County Community Foundation assets.
CHARITABLE LEAD TRUSTS
The assets placed in a charitable lead trust generate income now for Hope Ignites for a designated lifetime or term of years.
Non-Grantor Lead Trusts
For transfer-tax purposes and when the trust terminates for the benefit of the his/her family, subsequent appreciation transfers without tax. This is for a Gift or Estate Tax Deduction.
Grantor Lead Trusts
The donor transfers cash to a Grantor CLT. The value of the payments to charity are front loaded in the first year to give a substantial INCOME tax deduction. At the end of the term the trust comes back to the donor. The donor lets the charity “rent their money” for a term of years.
RETIREMENT PLANS
By naming Hope Ignites as a beneficiary, retirement plan assets will escape income tax and will avoid estate tax on estates fully subject to the estate tax. During lifetime, the owner of the retirement plans can continue to take withdrawals and be free to change the beneficiary if circumstances warrant.
INSURANCE POLICIES
You may assign ownership of a life insurance policy to Hope Ignites or irrevocably name Hope Ignites as beneficiary. The nature of the policy will determine the amount, if any, of your tax deduction.
RETAINED LIFE ESTATE
One can gift their home or vacation home to Hope Ignites and continue to use it for their lifetime. Hope Ignites will own the home, but the donor will still be responsible for maintenance, taxes and insurance. One receives an immediate income tax deduction based on the fair market value less the present value of the life tenancy.
BARGAIN SALE
A donor can sell their residence or other property to Hope Ignites at less than its fair market value receiving cash in turn and a charitable income tax deduction for the discount taken from fair market value. The cash can be used to purchase another home or facilitate the entry fee to a retirement community.
DONATE STOCK
Gifts of long-term appreciated stock allow donors to avoid paying capital gain tax and are fully deductible for up to a maximum of 30% of your adjusted gross income if you have owned the stock for at least 12 months prior to making the transfer. Please contact our office to obtain specific instructions on making a stock gift.
CORPORATE GIVING
From matches to campaigns — learn how your company can help Hope Ignites champion young people in need.
GIFTS IN-KIND
We accept gifts-in-kind that can be used in our programs or sold to generate revenue. Examples include food, furnishings, computers, linens, cars, real estate, and school or office supplies.
Here is a quick look at our wishlist:
Kitchen/Pantry Items:
single serving breakfast bars, granola bars, protein bars, cereal (individual boxes), single serving chips, single serving snacks, fruit snacks, bottled water, sport drinks, plastic drinking cups, gallon ziplock freezer bags, aluminum foil, plastic wrap, paper plates, paper bowls, paper towels, plastic utensils (forks and spoons), and plastic containers for leftovers
Room Essentials:
Twin XL bed sheets, towels, pillows (standard size, synthetic filler), pillow protectors, and Twin mattress protectors
Cleaning Supplies:
all purpose cleaner, toilet bowl cleaner, Lysol spray, Pledge, Lysol wipes (disinfectant wipes), antibacterial hand soap, dish soap, 10 gallon trash bags, 33 gallon trash bags, laundry detergent, bleach, and fabric softener
Miscellaneous:
gas cards, gift cards (Target, Walmart, Ralph’s, CVS), black computer ink for family printers, copy paper 8 1/2″ x 11″, air mattresses (aerobed twin with a built-in-pump), and sleeping bags
