Elmcrest Children’s Center offers multiple convenient ways to donate and support our mission of nurturing the well-being and development of children and families in need. Whether you prefer to make a one-time donation online, set up a recurring donation, contribute through workplace giving programs, or explore other giving options, we make it easy for you to make a meaningful impact.
Online
To make a donation online, please visit the link below. If you prefer to make a donation over the phone, you can reach us at 315-446-6250 ext. 228. Our team will be more than happy to assist you with the process and answer any questions you may have.
By Mail
To make a donation by cash or check, please mail a check payable to “Elmcrest Children’s Center Inc.”
If you have a specific entity, department, or project in mind for your gift, kindly indicate your preference in writing. You can do so by including a note on the memo line of your check.
Elmcrest Children’s Center
960 Salt Springs Road
Syracuse, NY 13224
Planned and Estate Gifts
Elmcrest Children’s Center expresses deep gratitude for the generous support of individuals who wish to include us in their estate plans. We accept many planned and estate gift options that enable you to leave a profound and enduring legacy with Elmcrest including bequests, designating one of our programs as a beneficiary, pooled life income funds, charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, and more.
Begin Your Legacy with Us
To help you get started on your plans and legacy, you can use FreeWill, an online tool that guides you through creating your will or trust. It’s easy to use, accessible online and can be completed in 20 minutes. Click on the link below, or use it to document your wishes before finalizing your plans with an attorney.
Report Your Gift
Have you already included a gift in your will or trust? Please fill out this form to let us know! We would love to thank you for your generosity.
Non-Probate Assets
Do you have an IRA, 401(k), life-insurance policy, or any other assets not included in your will? If so, these are called non-probate assets and you must plan your beneficiaries for them separately. Use this online tool to make your plans and designate us as a beneficiary of one or more of these assets.
To discuss the planned gift option that best suits your needs and interests please contact our Agency Development Officer, Helen Kelley at 315-446-6250 ext. 258 or email hkelley@elmcrest.org.
Gifts of Appreciated Securities (Stock)
Many of our donors are switching to stock donations to save on two types of taxes, while making an immediate impact for our kids and families. Please use the information below for DTC Delivery Instructions:
Manufacturers & Traders Trust Company (M&T Bank)/Wilmington Trust (WT)
DTC#: 990
For credit to an account titled: Elmcrest Children’s Center Endowment Fund
M&T/WT Account #: 156061-000
Attention: Jessica Westphal
Agent ID #26668
Institutional ID #26667 (if M&T/WT Affirms)
For more information contact Helen Kelley at 315-446-6250 ext. 258
Gifts-In-Kind
At Elmcrest, we greatly appreciate and rely on the generosity of donations in the form of goods or services. However, it’s important to note that we can only accept such donations if there is an immediate use for them within our organization. Our capacity to receive in-kind gifts is influenced by our current needs and regulatory obligations.
If you are considering making a specific donation, we encourage you to reach out to us for guidance. You can contact Teresa Block at 315-446-6250 ext. 228 or email tblock@elmcrest.org for further information or to discuss potential contributions.
Multiply your Impact with a Matching Gift
Many companies offer a matching-gift program to their employees or, in some cases, family members of employees and/or retirees. Taking advantage of your employer’s matching-gift program allows you to double your donation (or more) and have a greater impact on the lives of the children we serve. Please check with your human resources department to see if your employer has a matching-gift program and for instructions. Submit the matching gift form by email to tblock@elmcrest.org or by mail and we will do the rest!
