Pu'uhonua O Kauai Social Safety Net Fund
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Pu'uhonua O Kauai Social Safety Net Fund
Geographic Scope: Kauai, Hawaii
Focus Areas: Emergency relief and rapid response to island-wide emergencies
Purpose
Established in 2004 to provide for the community rapidly when the need is greatest in the aftermath of an island-wide emergency. The fund serves to keep Kauai social service organizations operational during times of crisis.
Background
The fund was inspired by:
How It Works
Extraordinary gifts outside the scope of the Annual Campaign are incorporated into the Pu'uhonua O Kauai Social Safety Net Fund. Unless a donor specifies that their planned gift should go toward the Annual Campaign, it will be added to this fund.
Planned Giving Options
Donors can contribute through various planned giving mechanisms including:
Contact Information
Phone: (808) 245-2043
Executive Director: Scott Giarman
Email: info@kauaiunitedway.org
Address: 4374 Kukui Grove St., Ste. 201, Lihue, Hawaii 96766
How to Apply
How to Contribute
1. Consult Financial Advisor: Discuss planned giving options with your financial advisor to design a customized gift plan
2. Contact Kauai United Way: Call (808) 245-2043 to discuss options or request an appointment with a financial advisor
3. Specify Intent: Indicate if you want your planned gift to support the Annual Campaign or be added to the Pu'uhonua O Kauai Social Safety Net Fund
Giving Methods
- Charitable Trusts: Various forms provide income for yourself and/or another individual for life, with charitable deductions and potential annuities
- Real Estate: Donate property proceeds for tax deduction and capital gains tax avoidance
- Stock: Transfer ownership to avoid capital gains tax and receive charitable contribution deduction
- Tangible Property: Sell jewelry, artwork, or other property and donate proceeds for tax deduction
- Life Insurance: Name Kauai United Way as beneficiary for immediate and annual tax deductions
- Bank Accounts/CDs: Designate Kauai United Way as "payable-on-death beneficiary" to pass assets directly without probate
- Bequests: Include Kauai United Way in your will
Resources
For additional information, visit vanguardcharitable.org (independent website on planned giving)
Important Disclaimer
Kauai United Way does not offer financial, tax, or legal advice. Consult with an attorney, financial advisor, and/or tax professional when considering these gift types.
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