Leave a Legacy. Strenthen Skagit County for Generations.
A legacy of belonging. A future full of possibility.
For more than a century, the Skagit Valley Family YMCA has helped people of all ages grow, connect, and thrive. From a child learning to swim to a teen finding a safe place to belong, from families building healthy habits to neighbors finding support in challenging times, the Y is here to help our community flourish.
That work is made possible by people who believe in the power of community.
By including the Skagit Valley Family YMCA in your estate plans, you can help ensure that future generations have opportunities to learn, grow, find connection, and reach their full potential.
Your legacy can help make a stronger Skagit Valley possible for years to come.
Make a lasting difference
A legacy gift is a way to express what matters to you and extend your generosity into the future. It can be a meaningful way to support the people, programs, and community you care about, while taking your own financial needs and the needs of your loved ones into account.
Whether the Y has been part of your life for decades or you simply believe every young person deserves the chance to thrive, your legacy can help carry that belief forward.
Your gift can help sustain the Y’s work in:
Youth development: Creating opportunities for children and teens to learn, discover their strengths, and build relationships with caring adults.
Healthy living: Helping individuals and families access programs that support physical, mental, and social well-being.
Social impact: Supporting young people experiencing housing instability and other challenges with resources, relationships, and a path toward a brighter future.
Access for all: Helping ensure that financial circumstances are not a barrier to participation, connection, or belonging.
Establish a memorial or tribute fund: Create a lasting way to honor someone special by establishing a fund in their memory or in recognition of a meaningful person or milestone. A memorial fund can bring family and friends together around a shared commitment to the community while supporting the Skagit Y’s mission and the programs that make a difference in people’s lives.
Together, we can create a future where more people in Skagit County have the opportunity to thrive.
Start planning your legacy today
If you haven’t created a will or would like to update an existing one, getting started may be easier than you think.
The Skagit Valley Family YMCA is pleased to share a free online will-writing resource through FreeWill, making it easier for our members to take an important step toward planning for the future.
Whether you are creating your first will or updating an existing one, this resource offers a simple, accessible way to put your wishes in writing and think about the legacy you hope to leave.
As you make your plans, we invite you to consider including the Skagit Y as part of your legacy. A gift through your estate plans is a meaningful way to support the people, programs, and community that matter to you, helping ensure future generations have opportunities to grow, connect, and thrive.
You can also speak with your own attorney or financial advisor about including a charitable gift in your estate plans.
Ways to Leave a Legacy at the Skagit Valley Family YMCA
There are several ways to include the Skagit Valley Family YMCA in your long-term giving plans. The right approach depends on your circumstances, priorities, and goals.
Include the Y in your will or trust
A charitable bequest allows you to designate a gift to the Skagit Y through your will or revocable living trust. You may choose to leave a specific dollar amount, a particular asset, or a percentage of your estate.
Name the Y as a beneficary
You may be able to designate the Skagit Valley Family YMCA as a beneficiary of a retirement account, life insurance policy, or other eligible financial account. Beneficiary designations can offer a simple way to direct a future gift to the Y.
Explore other planned gifts
Depending on your financial and philanthropic goals, other options may be available, including charitable trusts or gifts of other assets. A qualified financial, legal, or tax advisor can help you determine what makes sense for your situation.
You don’t need to be wealthy to leave a legacy.
A gift of any size can help sustain the Y’s mission and make a difference for future generations.
Let's talk about your legacy
Your generosity can help ensure the Skagit Valley Family YMCA continues creating positive community change through relationships and empowering the mind, body, and spirit of all.
We’d be happy to answer your questions, discuss ways to support the Y’s future, or help you take the next step.
Contact: Jenn Daly
Director of Philanthropy & Development
Skagit Valley Family YMCA
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 360-826-7555
Your generosity can help ensure the Skagit Valley Family YMCA continues creating positive community change through relationships and empowering the mind, body, and spirit of all.
We’d be happy to answer your questions, discuss ways to support the Y’s future, or help you take the next step.
Have you included the Skagit YMCA in your plans?
If you’ve already named the Skagit Valley Family YMCA in your will, trust, or beneficiary designations, we’d be honored to know.
Sharing your intentions is entirely optional. It helps us express our gratitude, understand the generosity of our supporters, and plan thoughtfully for the future. You are welcome to share your plans without disclosing the value of your gift.
We welcome the opportunity to thank you and learn what inspires your commitment to the Y.