A planned gift to Bay Tides ensures that your commitment to protecting the San Francisco
Bay continues for generations to come. Whether you're including us in your will or
naming us as a beneficiary, every gift—large or small—makes a lasting difference.
Find Your Giving Option
Answer a few questions to discover which planned giving approach fits your
situation.
How would you like to support Bay Tides?
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Bequest in Your Will or Trust
The simplest and most popular way to make a planned gift. You can designate a
specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or the remainder after other
bequests.
Easy to set up
Can be changed anytime
Reduces estate taxes
Any amount welcome
Sample Bequest Language:
"I give, devise, and bequeath [specific dollar amount, percentage, or
description of property] to Bay Tides, a California nonprofit corporation (EIN:
93-3889081), located at 274 Redwood Shores Pkwy #619, Redwood City, CA 94065, to
be used for its general charitable purposes."
Share this language with your attorney or add it to your will or trust document.
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Retirement Account Beneficiary
Name Bay Tides as a beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), 403(b), or pension. This is
one of the most tax-efficient ways to give—your heirs avoid income tax on
inherited retirement funds.
No attorney needed
Update anytime
Tax-efficient for heirs
Partial or full amount
How to designate Bay Tides:
Contact your plan administrator or log into your account
Request a beneficiary change form
List Bay Tides as primary or secondary beneficiary
Use our EIN: 93-3889081
You can designate any percentage—even 5% or 10% makes a difference.
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Life Insurance Beneficiary
Designate Bay Tides as a beneficiary of your life insurance policy. This is
especially meaningful if you have a policy you no longer need for its original
purpose.
Simple form change
Revocable anytime
Estate tax benefits
Multiplies your impact
How to designate Bay Tides:
Contact your insurance company
Request a beneficiary change form
List Bay Tides with our EIN: 93-3889081
Choose a percentage or the full policy
Even naming us as a secondary beneficiary ensures your wishes are honored.
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Income-Generating Gifts
These options let you support Bay Tides while receiving income during your
lifetime. They're ideal if you have appreciated assets and want both income and
tax benefits.
Charitable Gift Annuity
Make a gift and receive fixed payments for life. Rates are based on your
age—older donors receive higher rates.
Fixed income for lifeImmediate tax deductionPartially tax-free payments
Charitable Remainder Trust
Transfer assets into a trust that pays you (or beneficiaries) income, with the
remainder going to Bay Tides.
Flexible payment optionsAvoid capital gains taxReduce estate taxes
These gifts typically require working with a financial advisor. We're happy to
provide information to share with your advisor.
Compare All Giving Options
Option
Best For
Complexity
Can Change?
Bequest (Will/Trust)
Anyone with a will
Simple
Yes
Retirement Beneficiary
IRA/401(k) holders
Simple
Yes
Life Insurance
Policy owners
Simple
Yes
Charitable Gift Annuity
Those wanting income
Moderate
No
Charitable Remainder Trust
Those with appreciated assets
Complex
No
Charitable Lead Trust
Those passing wealth to heirs
Complex
No
Not sure which is right for you? Contact us to discuss your situation.
Ways to Give at a Glance
Bequest
Include Bay Tides in your will or living trust
Most popular
Retirement Account
Name us as IRA or 401(k) beneficiary
Tax-efficient
Life Insurance
Designate Bay Tides as policy beneficiary
Easy to arrange
Charitable Gift Annuity
Receive fixed payments for life
Income for you
Charitable Trust
CRT or CLT for complex estate planning
For larger estates
Real Estate
Donate property or retained life estate
Appreciated assets
Organization Information
Share this information with your attorney or financial advisor
Legal Name
Bay Tides
EIN / Tax ID
93-3889081
Address
274 Redwood Shores Pkwy #619, Redwood City, CA 94065
Tax Status
501(c)(3) Public Charity
We're Here to Help
If you're considering including Bay Tides in your estate plans, we'd love to hear from
you. We can provide additional information and work with you and your advisors to ensure
your gift is structured to meet your goals.
We recommend consulting with your attorney, financial advisor, or tax professional when
making planned giving decisions.
