When you choose to enroll in the YMCA Monthly IMPACT Program, you are subscribing to CHANGE! You are joining a community of supporters who know that importance of the YMCA in the neighborhoods we serve and strive to sustain the YMCA Mission, Vision, and Values. As a member of the Monthly IMPACT Program, you are continuously dedicated to the YMCA’s commitment of a healthy spirit, mind and body FOR ALL. IMPACT stands for Investment in Mission-driven Programs And Community Transformation. For more information about making a Monthly IMPACT gift, please contact Deb Dries.

At the Y, through the Chair’s Roundtable, we recognize donors who have powered our youth and family programs by making annual contributions to the Y of $1,000 or more. These individuals, businesses, and other community organizations enable us to enrich and expand our mission of working with our community, and to remain on the cutting edge in meeting human service needs.

Your support makes it possible for families and individuals, regardless of their inability to pay, to participate in the programs and services that we offer through the Y, giving them the opportunity to create their own Y stories.

Being a member of the Chair’s Roundtable is easy. Contributions totaling $1,000 or more to the YMCA of Greater Rochester by December 31 provide you with an invitation to this unique group of donors. You may give all at once, monthly, or weekly to reach your total annual gift.

Members of the YMCA Chair’s Roundtable are recognized for their generous support at the following levels:

• Platinum: $10,000 and Over
• Gold: $5,000 – $9,999
• Silver: $2,500-$4,999
• Bronze: $1,500 – $2,499
• Member: $1,000 – $1,499

Please contact Andy Powers for more information on becoming a Chair’s Roundtable member.

The Triangle Society recognizes the YMCA’s most generous donors who know the organization well and are committed to its bold vision and bright future. Members of the Triangle Society ensure that the Y continues to make this mission a reality for years to come, giving every person in our community the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

The Triangle Society recognizes donors to the Annual Campaign who make a multi-year pledge of $5,000 or more over a three-year period.

Donors are recognized in the triangle society for their total annual gift pledge through the following categories:

• Visionaries – $100,000 +
• Trustees – $50,000 to $99,999
• Founders – $25,000 to $49,999
• Benefactors – $15,000 to $24,999
• Patrons – $10,000 to $14,999
• Fellows – $5,000 to $9,999

Triangle Society Members are invited to exclusive social and VIP events throughout the year.

Please contact Joshua Bloom for more information about becoming a Triangle Society member.

Named after the founder of the YMCA movement, the George Williams Society honors those individuals and families who include the YMCA of Greater Rochester in their estate plans and donors that have given $25,000 or greater to the endowment.

Planned gifts ensure the YMCA’s programs and services continue to benefit the Rochester community for generations to come. There is no minimum gift amount required for planned gift membership. Members of the Society are recognized in print materials, provided updates and communication that we don’t share with everyone else throughout the year, and invitations to special events.

Please contact Andy Powers for more information on joining the George Williams Society.

The 1854 Society celebrates Y supporters whose lifetime giving has reached $100,000 or more, an extraordinary demonstration of belief in our mission and a pledge to the Greater Rochester community.

Members of the 1854 Society help ensure access to life-changing Y programs today and for generations to come.
Each year, we recognize their generosity at special gatherings where members connect, hear updates on our impact, and celebrate how their commitment transforms lives.

Please contact Andy Powers for more information.

• One-time gifts are the most common type of gift from donors. Your gift to the YMCA powers our programs and services and creates action for the betterment of our community.
• A one-time gift can be given in a fiscal donation or appreciated assets, like a gift of stocks or mutual funds.
• We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and depending on your circumstances, your gift may be tax-deductible. And we make sure that 100% of your contribution stays in your community, right here powering your own neighborhood.

MAKE YOUR GIFT

• Monthly Giving is the easiest and most convenient way to make a difference to our YMCA. Simply select the option to “Make this a monthly gift” on our donation form and your gift will continue to make an impact throughout the year.
• With as little as a $20 minimum monthly gift, you can help meet the needs of those in our community. This is an easy way to make an even greater impact on the individuals and families who reply on the Y for vital programs and services. 

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE MONTHLY IMPACT PROGRAM

• Membership to the Triangle Society consists of a multi-year pledge of $5,000 or more paid over a three-year period.
• The Triangle Society recognizes the YMCA’s most generous donors who know the organization well and are committed to its bold vision and bright future. Members of the Triangle Society ensure that the Y continues to make this mission a reality for years to come, giving every person in our community the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

LEARN MORE ABOUT TRIANGLE SOCIETY

Many corporations match employee gifts as part of their philanthropic efforts. Please ask your HR department if your company offers a matching gift program. Your donation could be doubled or even tripled.

If you volunteer with us, your employer may also provide us with a grant as a way to recognize your ongoing support.

When you gift stocks and other securities directly to the Y, you make an outsized impact without taking money directly out of your bank account. Plus, neither you nor the Y will be taxed on the gains for appreciated assets you donate.

Meet your giving goals, enjoy potential tax benefits, and contribute to the change you want to see. Learn more about the benefits of gifting securities and donate stock today.

A Special Opportunity for Those 70½ Years Old and Older: You can give any amount (up to a maximum of $100,000) per year from your IRA directly to a qualified charity such as the YMCA of Greater Rochester without having to pay income taxes on the money.

Gifts of any value of $100,000 or less are eligible for this benefit, and you can feel good knowing that you are making a difference at the Y.

This popular gift option is commonly called the IRA charitable rollover, but you may also see it referred to as a qualified charitable distribution, or QCD for short.

You pay no income taxes on the gift. The transfer generates neither taxable income nor a tax deduction, so you benefit even if you do not itemize your deductions.

Since the gift doesn’t count as income, it can reduce your annual income level. This may help lower your Medicare premiums and decrease the amount of Social Security that is subject to tax.

Please contact Andy Powers for more information on making a gift through your retirement account. To learn more about IRA charitable rollovers/QCDs, please review these resources.

A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a simple, flexible way to support the Y and maximize your charitable impact. You can recommend a grant to the YMCA of Greater Rochester directly through your DAF by visiting this link. For additional information, please contact Andy Powers.

A gift in your will or trust is a simple, meaningful way to support the Y’s mission for generations to come. Through our partnership with FreeWill, it's easy to get started and create your will or trust at no cost to you. To learn more, contact Andy Powers.