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RAMP's
services and advocacy are touching the lives of people with
disabilities, giving them the support they need to tackle
their obstacles, recognize their abilities and pursue their
dreams.
The
independent living movement of people with disabilities has
never been stronger. We owe our ability to meet growth
to the overwhelming amount of support we receive from the
citizens and communities throughout Northern Illinois. And
now more than ever, we need you to join this movement. Below
are just a few ways to give that will help us meet the challenge of
more people with disabilities seeking to fully participate in
society.
Make
a Donation
RAMP
now is able to accept donations by credit card!
Did
you know that approximately 22% of RAMP's funds come from people
like you? People understand how important RAMP's mission is and
show their support by donating $5, $25, $100 or more. And,
since RAMP is a 501(c)(3) organization, your donation to RAMP
is completely tax deductible. To
make a donation, mail check to the RAMP
office of your choice or call Julie Bosma, Development Director,
968-7467.
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Contribute
to RAMP's Endowment Fund
What
is RAMP's Endowment Fund?
In 1999 the Board of Directors of RAMP established the Endowment
Fund as a way to increase RAMP's independence and
self-determination. RAMP's endowment will receive gifts, bequests,
and memorials that will provide support for independent
living services beyond what is possible through the annual
operating budget. The Endowment will be separate and distinct
from the annual operating budget of RAMP.
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How
will income from the Endowment be used?
The income generated by the Endowment will be used to enhance
the mission of RAMP. The principal will remain in the Fund. This
allows today's gift to continue giving.
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What
types of gifts can be made to RAMP's Endowment?
RAMP's Endowment Fund can receive donations in many forms. A few
of the most common types are:
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Bequests
You may bequest by Will a gift to the Endowment. With this
method, you have all of the enjoyment, use and
disposition of the intended gift during your lifetime and
at death it is used to support the work of RAMP.
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Cash
& Securities
You may make an outright contribution of cash and/or
securities (stocks/bonds/mutual funds). A gift can be
made on a periodic basis. Gifts of appreciated stocks or
bonds often provide significant tax advantages for the
donor.
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Charitable
Gift Annuity
You may create an annuity that provides income for you or
other named persons, while gifting the remainder to the
Endowment Fund.
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Charitable
Living or Testamentary Trust
You may create a charitable living trust or charitable
testamentary trust that allows you to establish the
designation of your assets after death on a regular basis
with tax benefits. The trustee whom you select
distributes the trust assets or the income from the
assets to the charitable organization you have
designated.
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Life
Insurance
You may consider making an outright gift of an existing
life insurance policy or purchasing a new policy,
designating it to the Endowment Fund, and naming RAMP as
owner and beneficiary.
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Additional
Gifts
Every situation is unique and there may be additional giving
options that can work specifically for you. For
determining which types of gifts will most benefit you,
we recommend you discuss all options with a tax advisor.
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How
can you get more information about the Endowment?
You can obtain more information and answers to your questions by
contacting Julie Bosma at
RAMP, (815) 968-7467 v/tty.
We encourage you to consult an attorney or financial planner when
preparing or amending your will or estate plan.
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Sponsor
a Wheel-A-Thon
RAMP holds Wheel-A-Thons during the year in DeKalb, Stephenson and
Winnebago counties that raises awareness and funds to support
independent living opportunities for people with disabilities.
These events include several sponsor opportunities for businesses
with some significant public relations benefits. Call your local
RAMP office for more info.
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Participate
in a Wheel-A-Thon
Business teams,
couples, families and individuals show their support for RAMP
by raising pledges and maneuvering a route while using a wheelchair.
Call your local RAMP office for more info.
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Volunteer
at a Wheel-A-Thon
Volunteers are always
appreciated at these events to offer participant encouragement,
serve food or help with registration. Call your local RAMP office
for more info.
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Volunteer
to help with mailings
RAMP has several large mailings throughout the year to promote
events and solicit funds. Some mailings take a half a day to
complete, while others may take several days. Tasks usually
include stuffing envelopes and affixing labels, and breakfast or
lunch is often provided for our volunteers, depending on the
length of the project. Call RAMP for more info at 815/968-7467 v/tty.
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Volunteer
to help with Slant deliveries
RAMP publishes a 16-page newspaper, six times a year. The Slant
is free to anyone who requests it and circulates to approximately
7,500 people. Over 5,000 are directly mailed, while the remaining
are placed at established delivery sites including
supermarkets, banks, businesses, churches and so on. Mileage
is reimbursed for anyone wishing to assist us with our Slant
deliveries to these designated sites. Call the Rockford RAMP
office for more info, at
(815) 968-7467 v/tty.
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