The Ed Brown Senior Center at Rancho Bernardo, bda the Ed Brown Center for Active Adults, is entirely funded by membership dues, fundraising, grants, and donations, with no tax support. We are dedicated to creating a welcoming environment for members and volunteers of all ages, focused on collaboration and positive outcomes to strengthen the community.

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Your support makes a difference—any donation is greatly appreciated.

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Ed Brown Senior Center at Rancho Bernardo (dba Ed Brown Center for Active Adults) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with tax ID #93-0996904. Your gift is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Consult your tax advisor for details.

 

Our official name and address for use in a will, trust or beneficiary designation is:

Ed Brown Senior Center at Rancho Bernardo
18402 West Bernardo Drive
San Diego CA 92127

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GIVING ONLINE to the Ed Brown Senior Center at Rancho Bernardo is a convenient, secure way to support dozens of vital community programs. Simply click on the DONATE button here:

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On behalf of the hundreds of your neighbors, friends and families who will benefit from your gift, thank you in advance for making your tax deductible donation to the Ed Brown Senior Center at Rancho Bernardo.

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PLANNED GIVING

Large charitable donations can be challenging, but our planned giving program allows even those of modest means to contribute significantly. Planned gifts can also offer surprising income and tax benefits.

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LEGACY GIFTS: These gifts take effect after your lifetime and reflect your values. Consider these options:

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• Will or Trust: Leave a bequest to EBC in your will or trust for a specific amount, a percentage of your estate, or whatever may remain after all other bequest are satisfied. Use our official title and address when designating EBC. 

• Retirement Plan: Name EBC as a beneficiary of some or all your retirement account assets.

• Insurance Policy/Annuity: Designate EBC as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy or annuity.

• Life Income Gift: Includes options like Charitable Gift Annuities.​

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  GIFTS THAT PROVIDE INCOME: Life Income Gifts, such as gift annuities and charitable remainder trusts, offer benefits    such as:

• Income for the donor (immediate or deferred).

• An immediate charitable income tax deduction.

• Tax benefits if funded with appreciated property.

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Cash, securities, or real estate can be used to fund the gift instrument. Please ask about our Charitable Gift Annuity or Pooled Income Fund. We’ll provide you with a personalized summary of the income and tax benefits for either type of arrangement, or find some other program that works better for you.

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GIFTS OF APPRECIATED SECURITIES: Donate appreciated stocks, bonds, or mutual funds for a tax deduction and avoid capital gains taxes.

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GIFTS OF PROPERTY: Real estate and tangible items like artwork, antiques, and vehicles can be donated directly or sold, with proceeds benefiting EBC.

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Donating Your Vehicle: When it is time to give up your keys, you can donate your car to EBC for tax benefits and support our services.

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MAJOR GIFTS PROGRAM

The Major Gifts program offers sustained and impactful financial support, helping to improve the lives of neighbors, friends, and family members in our community. There are six giving levels available for individuals and organizations, with the option to contribute either quarterly or through a one-time payment.

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• Donor (Up to $50)

• Friend ($51 to $250)

• Sponsor ($251 to $1,000)

• Innovator ($1,001 to $5,000)

• Leader ($5,001 to $10,000)

• Guardian ($10,001 to $25,000)

 

MONTHLY DONATIONS

Join fellow community members who understand the importance of supporting quality services that enrich lives. The Ed Brown Senior Center at Rancho Bernardo offers a monthly giving program, allowing you to make a lasting impact.

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Your recurring donation supports a wide range of projects and services that benefit the entire community. By giving monthly, you help us operate more efficiently, reducing administrative costs and ensuring essential programs receive steady funding. When one benefits, we all do.

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We encourage your to explore these options with your financial advisor. For more information on how your planned gift can benefit the Ed Brown Senior Center, contact us at 858-487-9324.

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