Giving

“For it is in giving that we receive.” – St. Francis of Assisi

Providence Care Centers has provided long and short-term care to residents and their families with a focus on the core values of reverence, integrity, compassion, and excellence for many years. With the philanthropic support of our donors, we are able to enhance the excellent care at Providence Care Centers and support initiatives that might not otherwise be available.

As a 501 (c)(3) organization, Providence Care Centers has made the commitment to provide the highest level of physical and spiritual care to all of our residents for as long as they need us, even if they have outlived their resources. Your charitable gifts help support residents on our campus who may require financial assistance. So you can see why your support is so important to our mission.

To continue to enhance our mission, we accept donations from individuals, corporations, and organizations who have an interest in seeing us continue our service to the residents, their families and the greater community. Contributions to Providence Care Centers may be sent us at:

5000 Providence Drive
Sandusky, Ohio 44870

Ways To Give

Cash
The most popular and easiest way to make a gift is by cash or check. When paying by check, please make check payable to Providence Care Centers.

Securities
Ownership of stocks and/or bonds can be transferred to Providence Care Centers as a charitable gift. The value of your gift depends upon the market price of these assets when they are given. You may be entitled to a significant charitable deduction on your income tax return for a gift of appreciated securities.

Planned Gifts
Making a planned gift to Providence Care Centers is a great way to ensure income for you and your beneficiary, achieve tax benefits and help make certain that quality care is available to our residents and their families for the future. Some examples of planned gifts include:

Bequest – Making a provision in your will or living trust of a specific dollar amount, the percentage of your estate will benefit Providence Care Centers A charitable bequest allows you to keep control of your assets during your lifetime and make a gift to Providence Care Centers at the same time while receiving a reduction in estate taxes. To ensure compliance with your wishes and to receive current recognition for your bequest gift, it is important to document your gift with us.
Life Insurance – A gift of life insurance often allows you to provide a more substantial gift in the future than you might think possible. Providence Care Centers could be the beneficiary of a paid-up/existing policy or a newly purchased policy. You receive a charitable deduction for the cash value of the policy and a deduction for the premiums going forward.
Retirement Plan Assets – IRAs, 401(k)s and other retirement benefits can be one of the most efficient forms of planned giving. By naming Providence Care Centers as a beneficiary for a percentage or specified amount of the account, estate and income taxes on that gift can be avoided entirely.
Charitable Remainder Unitrusts, Annuity Trusts, and Retained Life Estates – These are also mutually beneficial options for supporting Providence Care Centers and achieving tax benefits. Please contact your tax advisor for more information.
Gifts in Kind
Providence Care Centers strives to create the most comfortable homelike atmosphere possible. This includes the quality and attractiveness of furnishings, equipment, and accessories for parties and other activities, as well as items that improve the quality of resident life or the effectiveness of the staff.

Investment Opportunities
Unrestricted Support
These valuable gifts allow Providence Care Centers to maximize their impact on the residents we serve. Unrestricted gifts are applied to the most pressing needs of Providence Care Centers in fulfilling its mission.

Designated Gifts
These are gifts made to Providence Care Centers which are designated by the donor at the time the gift is made. Gifts can be made to support the specific program such as the following:

Benevolent Care Fund
Chapel Fund
Recreation Activities
Capital Improvements
Memorial/Honorary Gift
Memorial and honorary gifts are a significant and meaningful way to recognize the importance of someone special. Donors may make these types of contributions to Providence Care Centers by noting such at the time the gift is made. A note will be sent to the honoree or to the family acknowledging the gift on behalf of the donor. Gift amounts are kept confidential.

In addition to donations, Providence Care Centers hosts fundraising events throughout the year. If you have an interest in donating to help support our mission, would like to be added to our mailing list or would like information about attending one of our fundraising events, please contact our Development Office.

Your gift to Providence Care Centers is important to those who call Providence home… and to their families. Your gift gives peace. Your gift provides loving care.

As always, before making financial decisions, please consult a qualified financial advisor to ensure that the gift you are considering is right for you.

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