Legacy Giving
Leave a Legacy of Care and Hope
A legacy gift is more than a donation, it’s a powerful act of hope.
It ensures that long after your lifetime, survivors will continue to receive free, trauma-informed support.
It sustains the work of transforming how our communities understand, prevent, and respond to sexualized violence.
By including Salal Sexual Violence Support Centre in your will, you are planting seeds of change that will support survivors for generations to come.
No matter the size, your legacy gift can provide an enduring impact.
It can help answer a crisis line call, offer a counselling session, launch a much-needed program, or fuel community-based education that shifts culture and saves lives.
If you’re considering leaving a gift in your will or through another planned giving option, our Manager of Fund Development and Communications, Izabela, would be honoured to speak with you.
Your generosity can create lasting change.
Have peace of mind knowing that the organization you’re passionate about will be able to continue the work you value, benefitting future generations to come.
Types of Gifts
Bequests are the most common legacy gifts.
A bequest is a gift given through your Will, created with support of an estate or financial planner.
You can leave instructions indicating how the capital or interest (or both) may be spent on either general or specific purposes. The instructions can be included in your new will, or added as a codicil to your existing will.
Though bequests are the most common legacy gift, there are several other options listed below!
Cash Contribution
You may leave a monetary gift, either as a lump sum or a percentage allocated over a specified timeframe.
Estate Residue
You can also leave instructions regarding an estate. For example:
“I give all $ (or __%) of the residue of my estate to Salal Sexual Violence Support Centre”
* This sample wording is provided as information only and does not constitute legal advice. Please contact your lawyer
Endowments
If you’re considering endowment options, our Manager of Fund Development and Communications, Izabela, would be honoured to speak with you.
Life Insurance Policies
You can name Salal as a beneficiary on a new policy or donate an existing policy and receive a significant year-end charitable deduction. There are also estate tax savings.
Charitable Gift Annuities and Trusts
These are gifts that allow donors to leave a bequest or make a gift while receiving an immediate tax receipt.
Stocks, bonds, real estate & other gifts of property
You can leave a lasting legacy by donating stocks, bonds, real estate, or other property often with valuable tax benefits to your estate.
To get started, speak with your financial advisor or lawyer.
Host
a Fundraiser
Bring your community together to support survivors.
Whether it’s a birthday campaign, community event, or creative initiative, we want to hear about it!
Purchase
a Square of Care
A heartfelt reminder to every survivor that they’re not alone, and a community stands with them.
When you purchase a Square of Care, your chosen name will be honoured on our reception wall by the waiting area.
Gift
In Tribute or Honour
Celebrate someone special by making a meaningful gift in their honour or memory.
Simply complete the tribute section of our donation form. If you provide their contact information, we will notify them that a gift has been made in their name. Honour someone today here.
Leave
a Legacy Gift
Honouring Salal Sexual Violence Support Centre with a gift in your Will is an impactful way to honour survivors.
Ensure the work of creating a future free from sexual violence can continue long into the future.
Maximize Your Impact Through Workplace Giving
Many employers offer matching gift programs for donations to registered charities including Salal Sexual Violence Support Centre.
Some workplaces also provide contributions in recognition of employee volunteer hours. Contact your HR department today.
Strategic Giving with a Donor Advised Fund (DAF)
A DAF is a strategic way to give. You can contribute cash or appreciated assets, and often increase tax efficiency so more of your gift fuels survivor-centered support.
DAFs are offered by many banks, foundations, and wealth management firms. Talk to your financial advisor about supporting Salal through a DAF.
Your Gift Changes Lives
Calls to the 24-Hour Crisis & Information Line
Survivors accompanied to the hospital for post-assault medical care
One-To-One Counselling Sessions Offered
Online chat and text support sessions delivered
Alternative Ways To Donate
Mail A Cheque
You can remit your gift via cheque to the following address:
Salal Sexual Violence Support Centre
2405 Pine Street
P.O. Box 46851
Vancouver, BC
V6J 5M4, Canada
Call Us
Give over the phone by calling 604-255-6228
We can accept phone call donations:
Monday – Friday
9am-5pm