Ways to Leave a Legacy

Legacy Giving

Why Consider a Planned Gift?

Planned giving allows you to make a lasting impact beyond your lifetime. By thoughtfully structuring your charitable giving, you can often achieve both your personal financial goals and your desire to bless others. Planned gifts can also provide valuable tax benefits to you and your heirs.

There are many ways to structure a planned gift that fits your family’s needs and your charitable goals. Some common options include:

• Bequests: Include Thrive in your will or trust by designating a specific amount, percentage, or remainder of your estate.

• Retirement Assets: Name Thrive as a beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), or other retirement account.

• Life Insurance: Designate Thrive as the beneficiary of a life insurance policy.

• Charitable Trusts: Establish a trust that provides income to your family while leaving the remainder to Thrive.

• Donor Advised Funds: Recommend a gift to Thrive through your donor advised fund as part of your legacy planning.

Leaving a legacy through a planned gift is one of the most meaningful ways you can support Thrive’s mission. Your generosity ensures that future generations of students and families will continue to experience hope, growth, and transformation through Christ-centered programs and community support.

Next Steps

• Ensure the continuation of Thrive’s mission to serve children, families, and communities.
• Create a personal legacy of faith and generosity.
• Potentially reduce estate taxes for your heirs.
• Provide flexibility to give in a way that aligns with your values and circumstances.

If you are considering a planned gift, we would love to partner with you in this meaningful decision. We recommend consulting with your financial advisor or attorney to determine the best option for your situation. Our team is also available to answer questions and provide guidance.

To learn more about leaving a legacy gift to Thrive, please contact us at:

Email: Lori@helpusthrive.com

Together, we can ensure that Thrive’s mission continues to bless lives for generations to come.

Other Ways to Give

Give Through Stock Transfers

Donating appreciated securities, such as stocks, is a powerful way to support Thrive. A stock transfer allows you to avoid capital gains taxes while making a meaningful gift. Your investment not only supports our students and programs but can also provide you with significant tax advantages.

Give Through Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs)

If you are age 70½ or older, you can make a gift directly from your IRA to Thrive through a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). In 2025, individuals can give up to $105,000 directly from their IRA, and couples can give up to $210,000. QCDs can count toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) and, because the funds go directly to Thrive, they are not included in your taxable income.

This is a wonderful way for supporters over 70 to meet their RMD obligations while investing in the lives of students at Thrive, without having to pay taxes on those distributions.