Popular tax-smart gifts
Many people are increasingly choosing to give non-cash assets, so they can have a bigger impact at less cost to them.
Explore tax-smart gift options
Learn about gifts that maximize the impact of your support while providing tax benefits for you!
Stocks and securities
Many people love donating stock or mutual funds because it may help them avoid paying capital gains taxes.
Donor Advised Funds
Easily recommend grants to Oakland Family Services for tax-efficient giving.
Qualified Charitable Distributions
Use your IRA to make tax-free gifts that benefit you and our mission.
Real Estate
Donate real estate to make a lasting impact, unlocking the hidden potential of your property’s value.
Retained Life Estate
Secure your home’s future through a Retained Life Estate, ensuring support for us while residing in your property.
Planned giving builds brighter futures.
Including a gift in your will helps fuel the mission of Oakland Family Services. While our work today is vital, it is equally crucial to ensure that we can continue making a difference for years to come.
Guy Gordon
WJR 760 News Host and Oakland Family Services Board Member
We’re here to help you meet your goals!
Our team would be happy to speak with you in confidence about your giving goals, with no obligation.
Name: David Tindall
Title :Vice President of Development
Phone: 248-858-7766 ext 1203
Email: dtindall@ofsfamily.org
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More ways to make an impact
Gifts in a will or trust
Donations in your will or trust are (by far) the most popular type of planned gift. Learn more, or get help starting your will (for free!).
Beneficiary designations
Gifting assets not covered by your will — like 401(k) or IRA accounts — may help your heirs avoid unwanted taxes, even if you’re below the estate tax threshold.
Gifts that pay you back
Give assets while providing yourself or others with income for a period of time or distributions at a later date.