Planned Giving

Gifts That Cost You Nothing Today

Wills & Bequests

A gift through your will costs you nothing during your lifetime and can be changed at any time. Bequests work for anyone — married or single, any age or wealth level. You can give a fixed dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, specific property, or the remainder after other gifts are made.

Sample bequest language:

“I hereby give, devise, and bequeath [$ amount OR __% of my estate OR specific property] to Tulsa Community College, a non-profit located at 909 S. Boston Ave.
Tulsa, OK 74119, EIN: 23-7103807, for [general use OR specific purpose].”

Beneficiary Designations

Naming the TCC Foundation as a beneficiary of a financial account, retirement plan, or life insurance policy is one of the simplest planned gifts available. Just contact your plan administrator and complete a beneficiary form — no attorney required. You can name us as full or partial, primary or contingent beneficiary, and update it at any time.

Key benefits:

• Costs nothing now; assets remain fully yours during life
• Can save heirs up to 65% in taxes on retirement account assets
• Reduces or avoids probate fees; qualifies for an estate tax charitable deduction

Gifts That Could Save You Taxes

Stocks & Securities

If you’ve held appreciated publicly traded stock for more than one year, donating shares directly to the TCC Foundation typically lets you avoid capital gains tax entirely while claiming a full fair-market-value charitable deduction. Contact your financial institution to initiate the transfer, then notify us so we can acknowledge your gift.

Retirement Accounts (IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution)

If you’re 70½ or older, you can give up to $111,000 per year directly from your IRA tax-free — a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). It counts toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) if you’re 73 or older and is not included in your taxable income. Simply complete a distribution form and direct it to your IRA custodian. 

Donor Advised Funds

A donor-advised fund (DAF) acts like a charitable savings account: you contribute assets, receive an immediate tax deduction, and recommend grants to qualified charities over time. You can support the TCC Foundation by recommending a one-time grant, setting up recurring grants, or naming us as the beneficiary of your fund.

Gifts That Pay You Income

Charitable Gift Annuities

A charitable gift annuity (CGA) lets you make a meaningful gift while receiving fixed payments for life. You transfer cash or property to the TCC Foundation, and in return we guarantee regular payments to you and/or a loved one. You may also receive a partial charitable income tax deduction, and a portion of payments may be tax-free. Any remaining balance supports our mission after your lifetime. CGAs are a strong fit if you want predictable income in retirement and a lasting legacy. (Under 65? Ask about a Deferred CGA.)

Charitable Trusts

Charitable trusts provide structured income while supporting the causes and people you love. 

Two common types:

Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT): 

Pays income to you or your beneficiaries for life or a set term; the remainder goes to charity. May provide an income tax deduction and reduce gift and estate taxes.

Charitable Lead Trust (CLT): 

Pays income to charity for a set term; assets then pass to your family or heirs. Can produce income tax deductions and gift tax savings.

Living Trusts

A revocable living trust becomes effective immediately, avoids probate, and gives you full flexibility to add or remove assets throughout your life. You control who receives what and when. Including the TCC Foundation as a beneficiary is a private, efficient way to leave a charitable legacy while retaining full use of your assets today.