A Donor Advised Fund allows you to make a charitable contribution, receive an immediate tax deduction, and recommend grants from the fund over time. YWCA Greater Pittsburgh is proud to be a resource and partner to several of the Donor Advised Fund sponsor organizations and their philanthropic services teams. We are well-versed in the mechanics of Donor Advised Fund giving and the applicable IRS regulations.

Leave a legacy of support for YWCA Greater Pittsburgh through your will or other planned gift. A planned gift is a contribution that is arranged in the present and allocated at a future date, such as a bequest, revocable trust, or life insurance benefits.

A gift of appreciated stocks, bonds or mutual funds is an excellent way to support YWCA Greater Pittsburgh. Your donation will still be eligible for a tax deduction, and it may allow you to avoid or reduce capital gains taxes. For more information on potential tax advantages, please consult with your financial advisor.

Many workplaces offer easy ways to support local organizations through annual United Way campaigns, State Employee Combined Appeal (SECA), and the Three Rivers Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). You have the opportunity to designate YWCA Greater Pittsburgh for a donation through all of these annual giving campaigns. Please use the appropriate code to select YWCA to receive your support:

United Way – use code 114

Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs), also known as IRA Charitable Rollovers, are the savviest way for individuals age 70½ or older to use their IRAs to maximize their charitable impact.

Donating cryptocurrency is safe, easy, and tax-efficient.

Help YWCA Greater Pittsburgh partner families by donating needed supplies.

YWCA Greater Pittsburgh’s Corporate Partner Packages offer a variety of options designed to provide both brand marketing value and meaningful impact.

You may be able to double your personal donations through your employer’s matching gift program. Many companies match employee donations to charitable organizations or offer grants for an employee’s volunteer time.