It’s not just a donation. It’s an investment in a child’s future.
When you donate online to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area, you are directly supporting children in your community. No matter the amount, donating helps young people realize their potential, one relationship at a time.
For each $1 invested in an effective mentoring program, there is a social return on investment of approximately $3, which includes savings from reduced drug and tobacco use and enhanced school achievement.
Matchmakers
Monthly Giving Program
Monthly donors, which we refer to as Matchmakers, give us reliable funding so we can focus on creating and supporting meaningful mentoring relationships for Bay Area youth every month.
Plus, Matchmakers receive the following benefits:
- Quarterly Newsletters with a featured Bay Area match story
- Invitations to Special Event
Employer Matching Gifts
Your gift today can go even further in helping Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area provide mentoring relationships to youth.
Many employers will match contributions for employees, employees’ spouses, or retired employees. Your employer may even match your volunteer hours! Most of these programs match contributions dollar for dollar or more!
If your company needs written confirmation to verify your donation or volunteer hours and you have the form, please send it to:
Or via mail:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area
Attn: Matching Gifts
1230 Preservation Park Way, Oakland, CA. 94612
Donor Advised Funds
Donor Advised Funds are the fastest-growing giving method and tax-efficient way to manage charitable donations. Donor Advised Funds allow donors to make a charitable contribution, receive an immediate tax deduction, and then recommend grants from the fund over time.
Grants made to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area through Donor Advised Funds go directly to serving children here in the Bay Area. 100% of your contributions are used to match more children with the caring mentors they need and deserve!
Clients of Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, and BNY Mellon can easily make a designation through the DAF Direct window on this page.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area’s tax I.D. number is 23-7108045. For more information, please connect with us at donations@bbbsba.org.
Stocks and Securities
You invest. A child profits. It’s that simple.
By making a donation in the form of stocks, bonds, mutual funds or other appreciated securities, you are making an investment in the future of youth in your community.
The benefits available to you when making a contribution of stock or mutual funds may include:
Avoiding federal and state tax on the capital gain
Receiving an income tax deduction for the full market value of the gift (if you itemize deductions on your tax return and have held the assets one year or longer)
Making a larger gift at a lower original cost to you
Donating Stock or Bonds Held By a Bank or Broker
If your equities are currently held at a bank or in a brokerage account, simply send a letter of instruction to your broker or banker with a full description of the securities and the intended purpose. Securities can be sent electronically using the following transmittal instructions:
Wells Fargo Advisors
Bank Account Number: 5204-5906
Bank DTC Number: 0141
Please advise us of your gift by notifying us at donations@bbbsba.org.
Effective Date and Value of Your Gift
Your gift of stock or publicly traded securities will be valued based on the mean market price of the securities on the date the stock is received in our account. We will provide you with a receipt for your tax records.
Legacy Giving with a BIG Impact
There are many ways to continue supporting the charities you love, like Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area, and leave a legacy with a BIG impact. Legacy giving not only secures the futures of Bay Area youth, but can also benefit you and your loved ones through potential tax breaks and more. Read ahead to learn how to join our Legacy Society and how you can invest in the futures of Bay Area youth for years to come.
To Become a Legacy Society Member
Simply fill out a Legacy Gift Intention Form or let us know of your intention to include a legacy gift by contacting us at donations@bbbsba.org or 415-503-3933.
Note: A declaration of your intention is not a legally binding pledge to give and can be withdrawn or changed at any time.
Benefits:
– Have the chance to lower your taxable estate and lessen the financial burden on your loved ones
– Maintain ownership until you no longer need it
– Increase your impact and support youth mentorship by having the chance to make a larger gift than you may have been able to during your lifetime
2 Ways You Can Make a Difference
1. Will or Trust
Regardless of your age or income level, a will is a key component of any estate plan. By incorporating a Legacy Gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area, your investment in Bay Area youth will last for generations.
How to name Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area as a Beneficiary in Your Will or Trust:
- Name us as the primary or contingent beneficiary for a specified stock, percentage, or dollar amount of your estate
- Complete our Legacy Gift Intention Form or contact the Development Team at donations@bbbsba.org or 415-503-3933 to notify us
- Name us as the primary or contingent beneficiary for a specified stock, percentage, or dollar amount of your estate
2. Retirement Account
A gift from your IRA is a great way to secure your future for your retirement and making a legacy gift donation through them is a great way to secure the futures of Bay Area youth all at the same time.
How to donate to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area Through Your Retirement Account
- Request a beneficiary designation form from the financial institution that manages your retirement fund and discuss possible restrictions
- Complete the form with BBBSBA’s information listed above, as requested, to designate Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area as a primary or contingent beneficiary
- Complete our Legacy Gift Intention Form or contact the Development Team at donations@bbbsba.org or 415-503-3933 to notify us
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area Information:
Name: Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area
Address: 1230 Preservation Park Way
Oakland, CA 94612
Tax ID#/ EIN (enter if asked for a Social Security #): 23-7108045
Phone: 415-503-3933
Email: donations@bbbsba.org
Planned Gift Intention Form (PDF version to print)
*Legal Notice: This information is not intended as tax or legal advice. Please consult with your financial advisors and legal advisors for more information regarding planned giving and Laws and regulations by state.
If you’re considering making Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area part of your trust, bequest, or endowment, please contact us at donations@bbbsba.org or 415-503-3933.
IRA Gifts
Support Littles while saving on taxes.
If you are 70.5 or older, you have access to one of the most tax-advantageous forms of giving! By donating directly from your IRA tax-free, you can make an immediate impact on our mentorship program across the Bay Area while reducing your future tax burden.
Please advise us of your gift by notifying us at donations@bbbsba.org.
Effective Date and Value of Your Gift
Your gift of stock or publicly traded securities will be valued based on the mean market price of the securities on the date the stock is received in our account. We will provide you with a receipt for your tax records.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area is recognized by the State of California as a tax exempt organization: Tax ID#: 23-7108045. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. We’ll email it to you upon successful completion of your donation.
Other Ways To Support
We regret that we are unable to accept any other material items, but you can make the following types of donations.
Vehicle Donation:
Turn your old car, boat or RV into a tax write-off by donating it to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area. Simply complete this online form from CARS to get the donation process started. Your vehicle will be picked up, processed, and sold to help Bay Area youth and you’ll receive all the documentation you need to report your donation as a tax deduction.
Donate Tickets for our Matches:
You can help by donating tickets to sporting events, theater productions, concerts, museums, theme parks, movie theaters and other local attractions and activities for direct use by our matches giving them experiences they may not have had otherwise. Transfer tickets to tickets@bbbsba.org. Please note that we need at least 2 weeks before the event to distribute tickets to Matches.
BUY INTO A POWERFUL BRAND
Support our mission by purchasing Big Brothers Big Sisters t-shirts, mugs, hats and more — with our powerful logo and we’ll receive a percentage of the sale!
SHOP & SUPPORT
Enroll now for free by linking any credit or debit card and shop with participating merchants as you normally would. A portion of every purchase will automatically be returned to us as a contribution on your behalf.
SPORTS BASEMENT
Basementeers earn discounts on all the latest gear while supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters year round. With a Basementeer lifetime membership you’ll get 10% off every purchase PLUS 10% of your item totals will go to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area when you choose us as your charity. Sign up now!
ESCRIP
Register your loyalty cards, debit cards and credit cards and participating retailers will donate a percent of every purchase to a charity. Support Bay Area youth, by going to eScrip’s Website and choosing group ID #500000152. Sign up now!
EBAY GIVING WORKS
Sign up to sell your items on eBay through the eBay Giving Works program, which allows sellers to donate a percentage of proceeds from their own online auction sales to a charity.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn, and deepenour reach. If you’re a mentor (Big), you can also help by submitting your stories/pictures to stories@bbbsba.org
OP4G MARKET RESEARCH
Op4G’s program allows you to support Bay Area kids by participating in internet-based market research and sharing your opinions with businesses.
Your opinions matter, and Op4G’s clients are willing to pay to hear them. By participating, you’ll be asked to provide feedback on a range of products, services, advertising, and more. Op4G seeks honest feedback from anonymous consumers, and you’ll be paid well for providing it.
Joining Op4G costs you nothing. You pay no fees, and you share 25% of your earnings (or more, it’s up to you) with us. Op4G takes care of all the bookkeeping, but charges no fees — sending all of your earnings to you and your chosen charity.
You are in complete control of the information they provide. Participating in client-sponsored research is always opt-in, and your responses are always anonymous.
HOST A FUNDRAISER
Host a beer tasting event, have a birthday party and donate the proceeds – there are so many ways to raise money for Bay Area kids.
EVITE DONATIONS
If you’re already hosting a party, add a purpose by adding the free Evite Donations tool and choose Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area so your guests can donate to us.
CROWDRISE
Start your own fundraiser and get your friends, family and co-workers involved. Visit our Crowdrise page to get started. For more information or other fundraising ideas, contact us at donations@bbbsba.org.
ONE-DAY AND GROUP VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
Looking for a chance to do some good on just one day, or with a group? Visit here for more details.