Giving to the YMCA of Greater San Francisco FAQs

You can make a tax-deductible donation using the following methods:

• Online at donate.ymcasf.org/give for one-time or recurring gifts
• By mailing a check to YMCA of San Francisco, Development Office, 169 Steuart Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
• With cash or check by visiting any YMCA of Greater San Francisco branch
• Corporate sponsorships (contact [email protected] for more information)
• Donor-advised funds (using the YMCA of Greater San Francisco federal tax ID number 94-0997140 and/or legal business name “Young Men’s Christian Association of San Francisco”)
• IRA charitable gifts: gifts should be directed to YGSF’s brokerage account with Charles Schwab & Co. (P.O. Box 7368, San Francisco, CA 94120-9366), Brokerage Account #: 6893-3276 (DTC#: 0164, Code 40)
• Planned estate gifts (contact [email protected] for more information)
• Stocks & securities: gifts should be directed to YGSF’s brokerage account with Charles Schwab & Co. (P.O. Box 7368, San Francisco, CA 94120-9366), Brokerage Account #: 6893-3276 (DTC#: 0164, Code 40)

We accept major credit cards, debit cards, ACH/bank transfers, personal and business checks, donor-advised fund grants, stock and securities transfers, and qualified charitable distributions from IRAs. We do not accept cash donations by mail.

The YMCA does not accept:

• Cash mailed to our office
• Cars, vans, trucks, or other vehicles
• Illegal or restricted goods or materials
• Items that cannot be safely stored, distributed, or used in YMCA programs
• In-kind donations that are not pre-approved or aligned with current program needs
• Donation funds from prohibited or non-compliant sources under federal or state law
• Certain gifts that carry undue administrative, legal, or operational burden
• All non-cash or in-kind donations must be reviewed and approved in advance before acceptance.

The YMCA of Greater San Francisco’s Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 94-0997140.

Yes. The YMCA of Greater San Francisco is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. No goods or services are provided in exchange for most donations unless explicitly stated. Please consult your tax advisor for guidance.

Your gift supports youth development programs, healthy living initiatives, and social responsibility services, including food access, housing stability, workforce development, and community support programs. Unless designated, gifts are treated as unrestricted and used where need is greatest.

Yes. You may direct your gift to a specific branch, program, or campaign. Unrestricted gifts are strongly encouraged because they allow the YMCA to respond to the most urgent community needs. The YMCA may reallocate restricted gifts if the designated purpose is no longer available, with donor notification when possible.

Yes. You may dedicate your gift in honor of or in memory of someone by indicating that person’s name on your pledge form or in your note with your donation. We can send an acknowledgment to that person if their contact information is provided. Gift amounts are not disclosed.

Donor recognition may include listings, donor walls, publications, event invitations, and impact reports. Participation in public recognition is optional.

Yes. You may request anonymity, and your name will not appear in public donor listings.

For major gifts, capital campaigns, or legacy giving, contact [email protected]. A member of the development team will follow up with you.

Volunteer opportunities vary by branch and may include youth mentoring, event support, administrative assistance, and advisory roles. Some roles require background checks due to youth-serving program requirements.

A one-time gift is a single donation; a recurring gift is automatically charged on a schedule until changed or canceled; and a pledge is a commitment to pay a donation amount over time in installments.

Yes. You may change or cancel at any time by contacting [email protected]. Please allow 5 to 10 business days for processing.

Yes. All transactions are processed through PCI-DSS compliant systems with encrypted payment security standards.

Yes. You will receive confirmation for online gifts and receipts for donations.

Contact develop [email protected], and we can reissue receipts and verify your donation history.

Yes. A consolidated annual tax statement can be provided upon request for the prior calendar year. Please contact [email protected] for those materials.

Donations are generally non-refundable. Exceptions may be made in cases of processing errors, duplicate transactions, or verified fraud.

Contact [email protected] as soon as possible. We will review and correct errors when possible.

The YMCA of Greater San Francisco uses encrypted payment systems, secure databases, and restricted internal access controls. We comply with applicable privacy laws, including California privacy standards.

No. We do not sell, rent, or trade donor information. Limited sharing may occur only with payment processors, auditors, or legal authorities when required by law.

Yes. You may opt out of email, mail, or event communication at any time.

Yes. Many employers match charitable contributions. We can assist with verification and required documentation.

Yes. We participate in workplace giving programs where available through employers and federated campaigns.

A Donor-Advised Fund is a charitable account managed by a sponsoring organization that allows donors to recommend grants to nonprofits over time.

You may recommend a grant via our legal business name, “Young Men’s Christian Association of San Francisco,” or our federal Employer Identification Number 94-0997140. Our corporate mailing address is 169 Steuart Street, San Francisco, CA 94105.

Please include your name and the branch or program you would like your gift to support when submitting your donation request.

No. Donor-advised fund grants may not be used for goods or services, including event tickets, golf tournament foursomes, or memberships with benefits.

Yes. Stock gifts may provide tax advantages, including avoidance of capital gains tax and, if eligible, a charitable deduction for the fair market value.

Transfer to: Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., P.O. Box 7368, San Francisco, CA 94120-9366, c/o YMCA of San Francisco Brokerage Account #: 6893-3276, DTC#: 0164, Code 40.

Please contact [email protected] before transferring stock.

All in-kind donations require advance review and approval based on mission alignment and operational capacity.

You must be age 70.5 or older and transfer funds directly from your IRA custodian to the YMCA.

Your IRA custodian should send funds via our legal business name, “Young Men’s Christian Association of San Francisco,” or our federal Employer Identification Number 94-0997140.

Our corporate mailing address is 169 Steuart Street, San Francisco, CA 94105. Please include your name and the branch or program you would like your gift to support when submitting your donation request.

No. IRA charitable gifts must be fully charitable and cannot provide goods or services.

Planned giving includes charitable gifts arranged through estate and financial planning, such as bequests, retirement account beneficiary designations, life insurance gifts, and charitable trusts.

Yes. You may name the YMCA of Greater San Francisco as a beneficiary in wills, trusts, retirement accounts, or insurance policies.

Planned giving allows you to create a lasting legacy, support long-term community impact, and may provide tax and estate planning benefits.

No. We provide general information only. Please consult your attorney or financial advisor for legal or tax guidance.

The YMCA hosts a wide range of fundraising events, including community-based fundraisers, special events such as galas, wine tastings, auctions, runs, and golf tournaments, as well as capital campaigns, donor appreciation events, and seasonal giving campaigns.

Only the portion of a payment that exceeds the fair market value of goods or services received is tax-deductible under IRS rules.

The YMCA of Greater San Francisco is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization recognized by the Internal Revenue Service.

Yes. IRS Form 990 and audited financial statements are available upon request or through public nonprofit disclosure sources.

Yes. The YMCA complies with all applicable California charitable solicitation and nonprofit fundraising regulations.

You may contact [email protected] or mail the YMCA of Greater San Francisco at 169 Steuart Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 for donor assistance.