Bequest

Make Seniors Services Society of BC a beneficiary in your Will and know that your legacy will live on for generations. All it takes is a simple clause in your Will. In addition, a tax receipt for the full amount of your donation will be issued and may offset capital gains or other taxes payable to lessen the financial cost on your estate.

Cash or Securities

A gift of securities to Seniors Services Society of BC is one of the most financially sound ways to support our programs. When you donate stocks, mutual funds or other types of marketable securities to a charity, you pay no capital gains tax. You’ll also receive a tax receipt for the full amount of the gift. For e-transfers, please contact your broker.

Life Insurance

Donate to Seniors Services Society of BC and protect the value of your estate and save on taxes. Gifts of life insurance are a great way to make a substantial donation for the relatively low cost of the premium payments. You can donate a policy you already own, make us the beneficiary of a joint policy held with your spouse, or buy a new policy to donate.

RRSPS or RRIFs

Retirement funds are likely among the most heavily taxed assets you own. Naming Seniors Services Society of BC as a beneficiary can be an effective way of creating a tax-smart estate plan. By naming us as a beneficiary, you retain ownership of the funds, receive a tax receipt for the full amount donated, avoid probate fees, and reduce your overall estate taxes.

Annuities

Increase your income, reduce your taxes and while making a gift to Seniors Services Society of BC.

Charitable Remainder

Seniors Services Society of BC will receive whatever remains in the trust after a specified term.

Residual Interest

Gifting property to Seniors Services Society of BC while retaining the right to use it.

Property

A gift of property refers to donations of tangible assets like real estate.

A Gift to Honour Someone

Donate a gift in memory of or to honour a loved one.