Other Ways to Give

There are distinct tax advantages to considering gifts of appreciated securities such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Donors do not incur capital gains tax on appreciated securities given for charitable purposes and the full value qualifies for a charitable tax deduction.

Donors age 70 1⁄2 and older can make a direct transfer of up to $108,000 per spouse (as of January 2025) from an individual IRA to Adventist Health Central Coast Foundation. The gift is credited against the required minimum distribution; it is not taxable or deductible.

A grant recommendation from your Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is a wonderful way to put previously designated charitable funds to use for the health of our community. Contact us to discuss options for using grant recommendations from your DAF as part of a multi-year gift strategy.

A gift of real estate or undivided partial interest that has appreciated in value can be an attractive option when considering a major charitable contribution. Contact our team of philanthropy professionals to facilitate the donation of real estate.

The use of life insurance policies for charitable giving is another option when planning a major contribution. In order to qualify for the charitable deduction, the donor must relinquish all incidents of ownership in the policy by irrevocably designating Adventist Health Sierra Vista or Adventist Health Twin Cities as owner and beneficiary.

Ready to turn your unused vehicle into a meaningful gift? When you donate your car, truck, RV, boat, or other motorized vehicle to the Adventist Health Central Coast Foundation through Charitable Adult Rides & Services (CARS), you make a positive impact while enjoying a hassle-free process — and a potential tax deduction, too.

Why donate?

• It’s simple: your vehicle is picked up at no cost to you.
• You avoid future costs like registration, insurance, maintenance, and advertising.
• Your donation is tax-deductible per IRS rules when you itemize.
• Your gift directly supports patients and programs at Adventist Health.

What you need to know

• Most vehicles are accepted — running or not — as long as they can be towed.
• All pick-ups and logistics are handled with your convenience in mind.
• Once your vehicle is sold, the net proceeds go directly to the Foundation.
• After donation, you’ll simply notify your state that you’re no longer responsible for the vehicle.

Ready to give?

Call 855-500-7433 or visit careasy.org/Adventist-Health-Central-Coast-Foundation to begin your donation.