Giving
Supporting your local EMS service can have a significant positive impact on your community. Firstly, your contributions help ensure these vital services are well-equipped and staffed to respond promptly to emergencies, which could one day mean saving the life of someone you know. Secondly, investing in EMS fosters a sense of safety and well-being in your area, knowing skilled professionals are ready to help. Plus, it strengthens community bonds and shows appreciation for the heroes who work tirelessly to protect us.
BCEMSA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, making all donations tax-deductible and potentially reducing estate taxes.
Ways to Give
Planned Giving
Give once or monthly
Cash Donation
A gift to BCEMSA can be given anytime
Wills or Living Trusts
One of the simplest ways of planning a gift is by naming the BCEMSA in your will or living trust. Through this method of giving, you can make a lasting gift when you no longer need the assets.
Life Insurance Beneficiary Designation
Consider naming the BCEMSA as a beneficiary or partial beneficiary of a new or existing life insurance policy.
IRA and Retirement Plans
When an IRA is designated to the BCEMSA, families can avoid federal taxation.
Securities
A gift of securities can be made by contributing stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or other marketable securities.
Charitable Lead Trusts
The trust makes payments to the BCEMSA on a schedule or term of the trust with the remaining assets of the trust going back to the donor or a beneficiary.
Memorial Gifts
The trust makes payments to the BCEMSA on a schedule or term of the trust with the remaining assets of the trust going back to the donor or a beneficiary.