Leave Your Legacy

Building Del Mar College’s Future

Your legacy is the story of your life. It reflects your values, passions, experiences, and the impact you have made on others. Through a legacy gift, you can continue that story for generations to come by creating opportunities that transform the lives of Del Mar College students.

At Del Mar College, we believe education changes lives, strengthens our workforce, and enriches our communities. By including Del Mar College Foundation in your estate plans, you can help ensure future students have access to the education, resources, and support they need to succeed.

There are many ways to make a legacy gift, and each option can be tailored to reflect your personal goals while also providing potential financial and tax benefits for you and your loved ones.

Gifts By Bequest

A charitable bequest is a flexible way to make a lasting impact. Simply name Del Mar College Foundation as beneficiary in your will or living trust, designating the gift of a specific dollar amount, a particular asset, a percentage of your estate, or the remainder of your estate once all of your other bequests have been fulfilled. A bequest allows you to maintain complete control of your assets during your lifetime, and can save on income taxes, capital gains taxes, and estate taxes.

Beneficiary Designation

A beneficiary designation can be as simple as submitting a form to your bank or the financial services company holding your assets (for example, your IRAs, 401(k) and other retirement plans, bank accounts, commercial annuities, life insurance policies, and other assets) and including Del Mar College Foundation as a full or partial beneficiary. Beneficiary designations may reduce income taxes and possibly estate taxes for your loved ones.

Qualified Charitable Distribution

A Qualified Charitable Distribution, sometimes called the “IRA Charitable Rollover,” is a terrific way to make a tax-wise gift to Del Mar College Foundation. If you are age 70½ or older, you can roll over an amount per year from your IRA as a charitable gift, with no tax on the withdrawal. If you are age 73 or older, the transfer counts toward your required minimum distribution (RMD) and allows you to avoid paying income tax on the distribution. Contact your IRA administrator for distribution forms and requirements.

Donor-Advised Fund Distribution

A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) allows you to make an initial contribution of cash or appreciated assets, such as stocks or mutual funds, and receive an immediate income tax deduction. Once established, you recommend which of your preferred charities will receive grants from the fund. Additionally, you can make a deferred gift through the DAF by designating beneficiaries to receive any remaining assets after your lifetime.

Other Ways to Give

A legacy gift can be funded in several ways including:

• cash
• marketable securities
• real estate
• excess retirement funds
• or a paid‑up life insurance policy

Our Foundation staff members are happy to explore creative giving options to support what matters most to you and your family.

The Next Step Is Yours

The decisions you make today can open doors for Del Mar College students for years to come. Your legacy gift is more than a financial contribution. It is an investment in education, opportunity, and the future of our community.

Thank you for considering a legacy gift to Del Mar College Foundation. We would be honored to help you create a plan that reflects your values and preserves your lasting impact.

For more information or any questions on gift planning, please contact:

Del Mar College Foundation
foundation@delmar.edu
(361) 698-1317
delmar.edu/foundation

Legal Name: Del Mar College Foundation Inc.
Legal Address: 101 Baldwin Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78404
Tax I.D. Number: 74-2286234