The “J”eneration Society
Life & Legacy: A Timeless Gift to Our Cherished JCC
Secure Your Place in the Future of Our Jewish Community
We extend a heartfelt invitation for you to join The “J”eneration Society, a special group honoring those who have made a lasting commitment to the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades by designating the JCC as a beneficiary in their estate plans or establishing an endowment fund during their lifetime.
Like you, members of The “J”eneration Society care deeply about ensuring a vibrant JCC for their children and grandchildren. A Life & Legacy gift helps sustain the programs, services, and experiences that strengthen Jewish life and bring our community together—today and for future generations.
Why Make Your Legacy Gift?
A Life & Legacy gift is more than planning for the future—it’s a meaningful way to create lasting impact and ensure that the values you cherish continue to inspire and shape Jewish life for generations to come.
Whether through your will, trust, retirement plan, or another estate-planning vehicle, your gift can provide enduring support to the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades while offering flexibility, potential tax benefits, and continued control of your assets during your lifetime.
A Family Legacy Begins Today
An endowment is a powerful way to put your family’s values and generosity into action now, providing lasting support for the people, programs, and priorities that matter most. Don’t wait to make a difference. Celebrate the meaning of your gift today while creating a lasting impact that will inspire and benefit generations to come.
Life & Legacy gifts are easy to establish and can be tailored to your philanthropic goals. Most importantly, they help ensure that the Kaplen JCC remains a place where generations learn, grow, celebrate, and connect, strengthening Jewish life and building community for years to come.
Your life has made a difference. Your legacy can make a difference for generations to come.
Interested in being a member of The “J”eneration Society? All it takes is signing and sending us your completed Declaration of Intent:
Already put the Kaplen JCC in your will or trust? Let us know! We are happy to treat your gift as anonymous if that is your preference, but please allow us to express our gratitude to you.
Have questions or need more information? Contact Tamar Copeland, Chief Development Officer at tcopeland@jccotp.org .
Join us in shaping a future where our heritage and traditions flourish for “J”enerations to come.
Need some help with your Life & Legacy gift? Check out these resources below!
Gifts through Wills
A charitable bequest is a gift that is contained within a will or trust. Bequests are one of the easiest ways to leave a legacy.
DownloadBeneficiary Gifts
Naming the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades as the beneficiary of a qualified retirement plan such as a 401(k), 403(b), or IRA, will accomplish a charitable goal while realizing tax savings.
DownloadJCC Stock Giving
Donating stock can result in no capital gains tax being paid and more money for the charity of your choice!
DownloadIRA Retirement Plan Giving
The Charitable IRA Rollover is a way for you to pay less tax while supporting your favorite charities.
DownloadGifts of Life Insurance
Name the Kaplen JCC as the beneficiary of an existing life insurance policy, or donate an existing, paid-up life insurance policy you no longer need.
DownloadDonor Advised Funds
Designate us to receive all or a portion of the balance of your Donor- Advised Fund (DAF) through your fund administrator.
DownloadThe content here is general in nature and intended to be used for informational purposes only. It should not be relied upon as legal, tax, accounting or other professional advice. To determine how a estate planning decision might affect your particular circumstances, it is expressly recommended that you consult an attorney, financial advisor or other qualified professional.