Legacy Giving
Do you wish you could make a significant difference for the future of children, youth and families in need? A planned gift, such as a bequest in your will, allows you to help others without affecting your current income.
Why Make a Will?
Having an up-to-date will is important to make sure your loved ones are supported and your wishes become reality. Without a valid will, the laws in your region will determine how your assets are distributed and who will care for children / pets. Creating a will gives you peace of mind with a well-thought-out plan.
In Canada, charitable gifts in your will can reduce taxes on your estate, maximizing what you leave for your loved ones while supporting your community.
A planned gift is also flexible and does not affect your current income. You can designate a specific amount, property, or financial assets like life insurance and investments. Your will remains under your control, and you can update it at any time to reflect your wishes.
By including a gift in your will, you help ensure a bright future where no one is left behind. Your Legacy gifts allow the YMCA to ignite potential today and create a lasting impact for tomorrow.
Making a Legacy Gift
Your planned gift is a lasting tribute to your generosity, improving lives long into the future.
You can:
Leave a gift in your will
Add Oakville Family YMCA as a beneficiary to your life insurance policy, RRSP, RRIF, or securities
No matter which option you choose, your gift will transform the lives of children, youth, and families, and strengthen our community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Yes. This service is for people with a simple family and financial situation. There may be cases where a Will generated online is not a fit. If you need legal advice or complex legal drafting, please contact a licensed lawyer.
Visit this link to start your will and follow the step-by-step guide to generate a personalized Will. Your progress is always saved so you can come back and edit your documents.
If you decide to leave a gift to YMCA of Oakville in your Will, when your future donation is received, YMCA of Oakville will use it towards the needs at that time to make the biggest impact on your behalf.
Not a problem! Your Will is yours to update and modify. Depending on how you create your Will through our partner Willfora, you can simply update your Will online or take your Will to a lawyer to modify.
Do you have more questions? Don’t hesitate to contact [email protected] or [email protected]