You can ensure our landmark mentoring programs will continue while creating reliable retirement income by establishing a charitable gift annuity to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio.

How it works

• You make a gift of at least $20,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio.
• You receive fixed payments for life, at an attractive payment rate.
• Your gift benefits you now and carries on your passion for defending potential for years to come.

How you Benefit

• Your payment will never change, and payment rates can go as high as 9%, depending on your age (must be 55 or older).
• Gift annuities are an ideal way to provide financial security for you and a loved one.
• You may qualify for a federal income tax charitable deduction when you itemize.
• You may avoid some capital gains tax when you use appreciated stock to fund your gift annuity.
• You can convert a low yielding asset (like bank deposits, securities, etc.) into reliable payments at a more attractive rate.
  
  Susie, 75 years old, wants to continue her support for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio but also wants to ensure she has a reliable income. She receives a social security check and 2% dividend on long-held Microsoft stock. Susie decides to use up to $50,000 of her stock to fund a Charitable Gift Annuity. she's avoided capital gains tax on the sale of the stock and instead of a 2% return, Susie now earns 6.2% annually. Plus, Susie may be eligible for a charitable income tax deduction when she itemizes. Any remaining funds left after Susie's lifetime is used to support the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio.