Tax-Smart Giving
Join a community of donors dedicated to building a future rooted in empowerment, justice, and dignity for survivors of violence, poverty, and inequity
There are many tax-smart ways to support this work while aligning your giving with your personal values and financial goals. Our team can help you make a meaningful, lasting impact on our community in ways that also support your long-term financial planning.
Our Information
If you’d like to make a gift you or have any questions, please feel free to contact us!
Legal name and TAX ID
YWCA Clark County
3609 Main Street, Vancouver, WA 98663
Tax ID (EIN): 91-0569882
501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
Donation types
Donor-advised funds
A donor-advised fund (DAF) allows you to easily recommend a grant to YWCA Clark County. This flexible giving option simplifies charitable donations and may provide immediate tax benefits.
Give QCDs from an IRA
If you are 70½ or older, you may be eligible to make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your IRA directly to YWCA Clark County. This type of gift counts toward your required minimum distribution and may reduce your taxable income.
Benefits of gifting from an IRA:
Avoid taxable income, as IRA charitable gifts are generally not counted toward your taxable income.
Give directly from your IRA, either by writing a check from your IRA account or having your plan administrator send the gift on your behalf.
Fulfill your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) in a meaningful and compassionate way while supporting YWCA Clark County’s mission.
Non-cash assets
You can donate stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or other securities directly to YWCA Clark County. This type of gift may allow you to avoid capital gains taxes while maximizing the impact of your donation.
Benefits of gifting non-cash Assets:
Eliminate capital gains taxes, allowing you to save money—and often give up to 20% more compared to selling the asset and donating the cash.
Receive a charitable deduction for the full fair market value of the appreciated securities or assets you donate, potentially lowering your taxable income.
Easy, guided transfer process—our team works with you step-by-step to ensure a smooth, stress-free experience.
Designate a beneficiary
Naming YWCA Clark County as a beneficiary of your retirement plan, life insurance policy, or investment account is a simple way to make a meaningful gift that costs you nothing today.
Include YWCA Clark County in your will or living trust
Including YWCA Clark County in your will or estate plan creates a lasting legacy of support. Planned gifts ensure future generations of survivors have access to safe housing and vital resources.
Gift acceptance overview
YWCA Clark County’s Gift Acceptance Policy provides guidance on how gifts are reviewed and accepted to protect both our donors and our mission.