Join the Heritage Circle
Discover Your Y. Discover Your Why.
Preserving the Heritage of the YMCA for Future Generations
transformations. Our core mission revolves around strengthening communities. Each day, we
stand shoulder to shoulder with our neighbors, ensuring that everyone, regardless of age, income,
or background, has the chance to flourish and thrive.
For over 100 years, the YMCA of Southern Arizona has been serving the community and helping
families raise their kids to be productive, caring members of society.
The Heritage Circle is a recognition program for individuals who support the sustainability of the
YMCA by making a gift to the endowment fund and/or including the YMCA in their long-range
financial or estate plans.
Income generated by the Foundation’s endowment is poured back into local neighborhoods in the
form of YMCA facilities, programs and services our communities need in order to thrive—both now
and in the future. Over the past four decades, the Foundation has provided funds that have been
used to help nurture the potential of kids, ensure our community’s health and well-being, and
support neighbors in need.
By becoming a Heritage Circle member, you can help ensure that the YMCA will be around to
spread these values and support the community for generations to come.
Recognition
As a Heritage Circle donor, you will have the satisfaction of knowing you are helping to perpetuate the YMCA’s mission. Additionally, we will recognize your generous commitment in the following ways:
Invitation to all Heritage Circle events
Inclusion in donor lists
Y memento
Invitation to Y events
Many options are available for including the YMCA in your long-range financial or estate plans
while also enjoying significant income and/or tax advantages. Consult with your personal legal or
financial advisor and choose the gift plan that best matches your goals.
Have a questions about planned giving?
Our planned giving team would be happy to speak with you in confidence, with no obligation.
See our FAQ or email us at development@tucsonymca.org for more information.
What is planned giving?
Planned giving is a way to make a lasting impact on the Tucson YMCA through gifts that are arranged now but allocated in the future—often as part of your estate or financial planning.
Why should I consider a planned gift?
A planned gift allows you to support the future of the Tucson YMCA while also potentially receiving tax benefits, fulfilling personal or philanthropic goals, and creating a legacy that reflects your values.
What types of planned gifts can I make?
Common types of planned gifts include:
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Bequests through a will or trust
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Beneficiary designations on retirement accounts or life insurance
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Charitable gift annuities
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Charitable remainder trusts
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Gifts of real estate or appreciated assets
Do I need to be wealthy to make a planned gift?
Not at all. Planned giving is for anyone who wants to leave a meaningful legacy. Many planned gifts are simple, such as designating the Tucson YMCA as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy or retirement account.
Can I support a specific YMCA program or branch?
Yes. You can designate your gift to support the area of the Tucson YMCA that means the most to you—whether that’s youth development, healthy living, or social responsibility.
Is my planned gift confidential?
Yes. All conversations and details about your gift are kept completely confidential and come with no obligation.
Do I need to notify the YMCA if I’ve included them in my plans?
While not required, letting us know about your gift helps us honor your intentions, recognize your generosity, and ensure your legacy is used as you wish.
Who can I contact to learn more?
We’d be happy to talk with you. Please contact our development team for a confidential conversation—no pressure, just helpful information. Email us here: development@tucsonymca.org
YMCA Foundation Federal Tax ID number: 86-0326724
Information contained herein was accurate at the time of posting. The information on this website is not intended as legal or tax advice. For such advice, please consult an attorney or tax advisor. Figures cited in any examples are for illustrative purposes only. References to tax rates include federal taxes only and are subject to change. State law may further impact your individual results.