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Planned Giving

Make an impact today, tomorrow and for the future.

Give Access to the Next Generation

Planned gifts (most commonly a donation made in your will or trust) cost nothing today and allow you to make an incredible impact, which is why so many people choose to make them.

As a gift to you, we’ve partnered with FreeWill to make it easy for you to create a will or trust at no cost. 

Gifts for the Future

Gifts that cost nothing today but make an impact on the future.

Gifts in a will or trust

Donations in your will or trust are (by far) the most popular type of planned gift. Learn more, or get help starting your will or trust – for free!

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Beneficiary designations

Gifting assets not covered by your will — like 401(k) or IRA accounts — may help your heirs avoid unwanted taxes, even if you’re below the estate tax threshold.

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Gifts for Today

Why wait? Give today to impact over 200,000 Youth on Course members. 

Donor Advised Funds

Easily recommend grants to Youth on Course for tax-efficient giving. 

Cryptocurrency

Donate Bitcoin, Ethereum, and more to save on taxes and make a big impact.

Stocks and securities

Many people love donating stock or mutual funds because it may help them avoid paying capital gains taxes.

Qualified Charitable Distributions

Use your IRA to make tax-free gifts that benefit you and our mission.

Gifts that pay you back

Give assets while providing yourself or others with income for a period of time or distributions at a later date.

Already included us in your estate plans?

Letting us know is incredibly helpful to our team and helps to make sure your gift is used the way you want it to be.
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Planned gifts help support our mission

We depend on the generosity and commitment of donors who play a vital role in providing sustained financial support for our mission. Planned gifts, such as bequests or gifts from your will, impact the lives of our current members and the future generations. They help us make a golf affordable to deserving youth around the world.

Gail Rogers
Why I Give

Gail Rogers, NCGA Past President,
Youth on Course Scholarship Donor and Long-Time Supporter

“Where else can you donate $5 and have a positive impact on a youth’s life for 4 to 5 hours on any given day? They are getting exercise, learning to interact with other players of all age groups and skill sets, reinforcing the value of personal integrity AND having fun. I cannot think of a better place to invest than in the future leaders of society.”

We’re here to help you meet your goals!

Our team would be happy to speak with you in confidence about your giving goals, with no obligation.

Adam Schafer
Director of Philanthropy
(831) 622-8230
aschafer@youthoncourse.org

Already included us in your estate plan? 
Let us know.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is my estate big enough to leave a planned gift?

    Yes! Gifts of any size are deeply appreciated. Many people choose to leave a percentage of their estate, which scales up or down with your estate size.

  • Does it cost anything to plan my estate?

    We’ve partnered with FreeWill to help you make a will or trust at no cost to you. You can use this to complete your plans, or you may choose to use the same tools to get your affairs in order before visiting an attorney (who is likely to have a fee associated with finalizing your plans).

  • Can I edit my documents after I'm done?

    Yes. You are always free to revise or update your estate plans.

  • Is my private information secure with FreeWill?

    Yes! FreeWill will never share your personal information without your permission.

  • Can my gift remain anonymous?

    Yes. Knowing in advance about your intentions helps us to ensure that your gift is used as you desire, but you can remain anonymous if you prefer not to share the details of your gift.