Support
Your support makes a difference in the lives of our less fortunate neighbors.
If you are celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or other event or if you wish to express condolences to a friend or loved one, please consider a gift to the foundation in the person’s name.
Ultimately, giving to charity is a personal decision that can be motivated by a variety of factors, all of which contribute to the betterment of society and the well-being of individuals and communities. By giving to the Frenchman’s Reserve Charitable Foundation, you can leverage your personal giving by aggregating your contribution with others to provide a more meaningful impact. In addition, you can be sure that the charities receiving support have been thoroughly vetted and are devoted to supporting our local community.
Not only do we offer fast and flexible ways to give, but as a 501(c)(3) charity your contributions may qualify for tax deductions as permitted by applicable laws.
Ways to Donate
There are several ways to donate:
By Check
All checks should be made out to Frenchman’s Reserve Charitable Foundation, Inc. Please include a note indicating your name, address and email so that a receipt can be sent for your tax return. Also indicate if you wish a note to be sent to someone else indicating that a donation was made on their behalf (include their name and address.)
Mail to:
Frenchman’s Reserve Charitable Foundation
3370 Grand Corniche
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410-1613
Or drop off your check and note at the clubhouse desk.
By Credit Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Etc.
Please use the link below to our online donation system.
By Wire Transfer or ACH
Please email us at donations@frcharities.org to find out how direct bank transfers can be made.
Securities
Gifts of appreciated securities including mutual funds can be donated directly to the Frenchman’s Reserve Charitable Foundation. For more information, please email donations@frcharities.org and/or see your broker or financial advisor.
Direct IRA Contribution
For taxpayers over the age of 72, Congress has voted to allow an exclusion from income of up to $100,000 per person, per year for Individual Retirement Account (IRA) distributions given directly to charities. These distributions count towards your Required Minimum Distribution and the amount is not taxable. (Please check with your financial advisor or accountant.)
Donor Advised Funds
Many residents use Donor Advised Funds for their charitable giving. We encourage you to check with your advisor to ensure that the Frenchman’s Reserve Charitable Foundation is included in your giving profile.
Matching Gifts
Many companies have established Matching Gift Programs which match, up to a certain extent, gifts to charities by employees or retirees. If your employer has such a program this is an easy and powerful way to leverage your contribution.
Legacy Gifts
Gifts provided in your will are a powerful way to ensure that you will continue to aid our local community after you are gone. Gifts can be a specific dollar amount, a specific security or basket of securities or a percentage of your residual estate. If you wish to name the Foundation in your will the legal name is:
Frenchman’s Reserve Charitable Foundation, Inc.
3370 Grand Corniche
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410-1613
Federal Tax ID# 99-2148481
Corporate Sponsorships
Companies which wish to support our community and the charitable work by the Foundation are greatly appreciated. If your organization is interested in becoming a corporate sponsor we would love to speak with you. Please email us and a member of our Board will be happy to set up a time to discuss.