Planned giving allows you to leave a lasting impact on Central Oregon’s older adult community. Your generosity supports vital programs like Meals on Wheels and other life-changing services—today and for years to come. There are several ways to plan your gift to the Council on Aging of Central Oregon.
For more information or to notify the Council on Aging that you have made or plan to make a gift, please contact our Development Team at (541) 323-0438 or mmcclure@councilonaging.org.
Plan a gift in your will
Bequeathing money or other assets is one of the most meaningful ways you can support vulnerable older adults in our community. By leaving a planned gift in your will to the Council on Aging of Central Oregon, you can direct your assets to what matters most to you while helping us provide essential services to older adults across the tri-county area.
Add us as a beneficiary of your life insurance policy
Policies that are no longer needed for family or business protection purposes make excellent charitable gifts. When you transfer ownership of the policy to the Council on Aging, the cash value of the policy is a tax-deductible gift, as are all future premium payments.
Make a Qualified Charitable Distribution through an IRA
You can transfer a portion of your IRA directly to the Council on Aging to satisfy your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) without paying federal income tax. These gifts can reduce your future tax burden while supporting our programs.
Give through your donor-advised fund
A donor-advised fund is a charitable account that allows you to make contributions, receive an immediate tax deduction, and recommend grants to charities over time. You can name the Council on Aging as a beneficiary, directing the fund’s remaining assets to support older adults. This approach simplifies giving, reduces taxes, and creates a lasting impact in the community.
