Planned Giving
Donor Advised Funds
If you have a Donor Advised Fund (DAF), we are pleased to accept a donation from your DAF. Here is the legal name of our organization for you to use when designating your donation: STOP ABUSE IN FAMILIES (SAiF) SOCIETY
Here is our Canada Revenue Agency registered charitable number: 120971304RR0001
If you are interested in setting up your own Donor Advised Fund…
A DAF is like a charitable savings account. You put money into the fund, get the tax benefit up front, and designate donations to registered charities over time. As a registered charity ourselves, we are eligible for any donations you would like to make to us through a DAF. As mentioned, your tax deduction comes when you put money into the DAF. Your gift to us comes from money that is already set aside for charity. This is why it can sometimes mean a larger gift than you would give from our chequing account. To set up a DAF, you might contact the community foundation in your area – such as the Edmonton Community Foundation, or the St. Albert Sturgeon Community Foundation.
Leaving a Legacy – Gifts in Your Will
One of the most significant and flexible ways to support SAiF is by including a gift in your will, also known as a bequest. Whether you choose to leave a specific amount, a portion of your estate, or assets such as securities or property, this act of generosity ensures that the SAiF Society continues to have an impact for years to come.
Why Consider a Bequest?
By planning ahead and including SAiF Society in your will, you create a meaningful impact that extends beyond your lifetime. A charitable bequest allows you to:
Make a Lasting Impact at No Cost Today – A gift in your will costs you nothing now, ensuring you can continue to use and enjoy your assets during your lifetime while making a difference in the future.
Reduce Estate Taxes – Your estate may receive significant tax benefits, as charitable gifts can help offset the taxes owed.
Maintain Financial Flexibility – Life circumstances can change, and your will can be updated at any time to reflect your current wishes and priorities.
Ensure Your Legacy Aligns with Your Values – By leaving a bequest, you help shape a world where everyone has the resources and support they need to thrive.
Types of Bequests
There are two main ways to include SAiF in your will:
Specific Bequest – Designate a specific dollar amount or a particular asset, such as real estate or publicly traded securities. For example, “I leave $50,000 to SAiF to support their programs and initiatives.”
Residual Bequest – Leave all or a percentage of your estate to the SAiF Society after other obligations (e.g., debts, taxes, gifts to loved ones) have been fulfilled. For example, “I leave 10% of my residual estate to the SAiF Society to be used where it is needed most.”
Ensuring Your Gift is Honoured
If you have chosen to include the SAiF Society in your will, please contact us. We would love the opportunity to thank you for your generosity and ensure we fully understand your wishes. Your privacy and intentions will be respected, and any discussions will be held in confidence.
Sample Will Wording
To make including a gift in your will easier, you may use the following sample wording:
“I direct my trustees to deliver, pay, or transfer $_____________ or ________ % of my residual estate or to donate ____________________ (name of asset) to STOP ABUSE IN FAMILIES (SAiF) SOCIETY (Canadian charitable registration number 120971304RR0001). This gift is to be used for such purposes and designs as deemed appropriate by __________________________ .”
Gifts of Securities – A Smart and Impactful Way to Give
Donating publicly traded securities is one of the most tax-efficient ways to support the SAiF Society. By transferring stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or other marketable securities directly to our organization, you can make a meaningful impact while maximizing financial benefits for yourself.
Why Donate Securities?
Gifting securities allows you to contribute to the SAiF Society while taking advantage of significant tax savings:
Eliminate Capital Gains Tax – Normally, when you sell securities at a profit, 50% of the capital gain is subject to taxation. However, when you donate securities directly to a registered charity, the entire capital gain is exempt from tax—allowing you to give more while saving more.
Receive a Charitable Tax Receipt – You will receive a donation receipt for the full fair market value of your gifted securities, which can be used to reduce your taxable income.
Make a Bigger Impact – By donating appreciated securities, your gift may be larger than if you were to sell the investments first and donate the after-tax cash proceeds.
How to Donate Securities
Make an impact today – the process is simple and can be completed in just a few steps. Complete the Transfer Form to get started. Once the transfer is complete, you will receive a charitable tax receipt for the full market value of your gift, based on the closing trading price on the date of transfer. If you have any questions or need assistance with the process, contact us. We are happy to help.
Gifting Life Insurance – A Lasting Impact
One of the most meaningful ways to support the SAiF Society is by gifting a life insurance policy. This approach allows you to make a significant contribution to our mission while providing financial benefits to your estate and heirs.
Why Gift Life Insurance?
Gifting life insurance is an accessible and strategic way to make a transformational impact. Whether you choose to donate an existing policy or create a new one, the benefits extend beyond our organization — you also gain tax advantages and financial flexibility.
Affordable and Impactful Giving: Small, manageable premium payments over your lifetime can be turned into a substantial charitable gift, far exceeding what may be possible through cash donations alone.
Maximize Tax Benefits for Your Estate: By naming the SAiF Society as a beneficiary, your estate may receive significant tax credits that reduce the overall tax burden, preserving more for your loved ones.
Immediate Charitable Tax Receipts: If you transfer ownership of a life insurance policy to the SAiF Society, you may receive a charitable tax receipt for your premium payments, providing annual tax benefits while you are still living.
Ways to Give Through Life Insurance
Name STOP ABUSE IN FAMILIES (SAiF) SOCIETY as a Beneficiary – By designating the SAiF Society as a full or partial beneficiary of your life insurance policy, your estate will receive a charitable tax receipt for the value of the donation upon your passing.
Donate an Existing Policy – If you have a policy you no longer need, you can transfer ownership to the SAiF Society and receive tax receipts for either the policy’s cash value or future premium payments.
Purchase a New Policy for Charity – You may take out a new life insurance policy with the SAiF Society as the owner and beneficiary, ensuring that your contributions create a long-lasting impact.
A Legacy of Impact
No matter the size of your policy, your contribution will leave a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve. To learn more about how you can make a difference through life insurance, please contact us today.
Investing in the Future – Stop Abuse in Families (SAiF) Endowment Fund
The SAiF Society has an Endowment Fund established at the Edmonton Community Foundation (ECF) to provide long-term, sustainable funding for our programs and services. This fund ensures that the people we serve continue to receive the support they need—today, tomorrow, and for generations to come.
Why Contribute to the Endowment Fund?
By donating to the Stop Abuse in Families (SAiF) Endowment Fund, you are making a lasting investment in our mission. Your contribution is permanently invested, and the annual proceeds generated by the fund provide stable, ongoing financial support for the SAiF Society.
How to Contribute
Please visit the ECF to make your gift today. We would be happy to discuss how your contribution will help create a brighter future for the people we support. Contact us to learn more.
