Planned giving is about aligning your finances and assets with your personal values.
It’s the best way to ensure your generosity has lasting impact. Planned giving is a powerful way to support the causes that matter most, while simultaneously creating financial advantages for yourself, your family, and your future.
For supporters of the Food Bank for Larimer County, planned giving can help ensure that no one in our community goes hungry—not just today, but for generations to come.
Whether you’re planning for the future, or exploring tax-smart giving options today, your support ensures we can continue to nourish Larimer County.
A legacy gift, such as including the Food Bank in your will or trust, costs nothing now but creates a lasting impact.
It’s a meaningful way to continue your support and reflect your values far into the future. Other options provide immediate benefits. A Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) allows individuals aged 70½ or older to donate directly from their IRA to the Food Bank. This satisfies Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and can reduce taxable income without increasing your adjusted gross income.
You can also name the Food Bank as a beneficiary of your IRA or retirement account, helping reduce estate and income taxes while supporting a mission you believe in. With a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF), you can set aside funds now, receive an immediate tax deduction, and recommend grants to the Food Bank over time.
Beyond tax benefits, planned giving is an opportunity to share and pass down your family’s values.
Involving your loved ones in these conversations can strengthen bonds, foster generosity, and inspire a shared legacy of compassion and service.
Planned gifts fuel the Food Bank’s ability to serve with stability, vision, and resilience. Whether you’re planning for the future, or exploring tax-smart giving options today, your support ensures we can continue nourishing our community members facing food insecurity—now and for years to come.
Our Partnership with FreeWill
To help get you started, we’ve partnered with FreeWill to provide a free, self-help estate planning service. In just 20 minutes, you can leave a lasting impact; one that resonates far beyond your lifetime.
