What your legacy gift means to Feed Ontario
When you make a planned charitable gift through your estate, you can leave a legacy of enduring support for those most in need across Ontario. A gift to Feed Ontario can make a lasting impact on the lives of families and children facing hunger in the province both today and tomorrow.
With a legacy gift, you can ensure your commitment to helping others continues to change lives for generations to come. You can support any one of our three pillars - FeedON, Feed Change, or Feed Possibility - so the values most important to you continue to make a difference.
Legacy gifts can include property, cash, or a portion of your estate, and a charitable tax receipt will be provided. A gift of this kind is incredibly meaningful, and we are honoured that our cause is just as important to you as it is to us.
A gift of any size makes an impact
When $1 can provide 2 meals, gifts of every size make a big difference. When you leave a legacy gift to Feed Ontario, you can choose how your generosity will support the work we do to end hunger and poverty in Ontario.
Summer Hunger Hero
Children around the province rely on school meal programs to get the nutrition they need. But when school is out, food banks help fill gaps. Your gift in support of our FeedON pillar can make sure food banks are stocked with fresh, healthy food for kids and families all across Ontario.
Food Bank Backer
Our Feed Possibility program works to strengthen the food banks in our network through grants, so they have more capacity to provide food and innovative programming as they support their communities. Your generosity can ensure that food banks have what they need to help people in Ontario today and in the future.
Champion for Change
Food banks are not a long-term solution to poverty and food insecurity. That's why we advocate for evidence-based solutions to address the root causes of these issues. When you become a Champion for Change, your gift helps to makes sure we can continue to stand up for change to help the Ontarians that need it most.
Types of legacy gifts
RRSPs or RRIF Funds
Gifting a portion of your retirement assets can also minimize the tax implications for your estate by removing probate fees and reducing the overall taxes that will be paid.
How: Request a change in beneficiary form from your plan provider.
Life Insurance
Naming Feed Ontario as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy is a cost-effective way to create a significant impact. Paying the monthly premium generates an annual tax receipt and leaves a gift larger than the premiums you paid into it. This type of gift will also result in a tax credit upon your passing and can reduce your estate taxes.
How: Speak with your insurance provider about changing the policy beneficiary of an existing life insurance policy or create a new one.
Securities
Make a gift today or in your will by donating stocks or mutual funds. Your investment advisor can help you decide the best way to give, and ensure you can maximize your benefits while helping Ontarians facing hunger.
How: Consult your investment advisor and complete a securities donation form.
“I know how it feels to sleep on an empty stomach or stretch the pantry supplies for a couple more days…those were my toughest days, and I never wish that on anyone. Including Feed Ontario in my will gives me great comfort knowing I’m able to support families in future generations.”
Heather
Legacy Donor
How to leave your legacy gift to Feed Ontario
- Determine your legacy goals: Consider your charitable intentions and how you want to support Feed Ontario.
- Speak to your family and a professional: Seek advise from your financial advisor, attorney, or estate planner.
- Choose the right gift option: Select the type of legacy gift that suits your preferences and circumstances.
- Inform Feed Ontario: Let us know about your legacy gift plans.
Do you have questions?
We have answers.
Learn more about the answers to common questions we hear as people begin their legacy giving journey.
Take the next step
To learn more about how a legacy gift can help Feed Ontario, contact Gargi Saripalli at gargi@feedontario.ca or (416) 656-4100 ext 2944