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Giving programs

How you can help support the campaign.

• A cash donation through the VYSO office or the Vancouver Foundation.
• A bequest in your will, your estate receives a donation receipt for the value of the gift.
• Name the Vancouver Foundation/VYSO Endowment Fund as the beneficiary of a life insurance policy. This entitles the donor to a current donation receipt on the cash surrender value of the policy, and further receipts on payment of subsequent premiums. It allows a significant future gift at an affordable current cost without reducing the donor's estate available to family and friends.
• Donate publicly traded securities. Excellent tax benefits are available if you transfer ownership of securities to the VYSO Endowment Fund.
• Donate gifts in kind, such as real-estate, artworks and jewellery, and receive a donation receipt for their fair market value.
• Gift your RRSP or RRIF tax-free.
• Provide a Charitable Gift Annuity - ideal for people over 70 - to allow you to give a substantial gift to the VYSO and receive periodic income payments in return.

There are a number of significant tax incentives available to donors and it is recommended that you discuss making any significant gift with your legal and financial advisors to ensure that you receive the maximum benefit possible.