Other Ways to Give

Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are investment accounts for the sole purpose of supporting charitable organizations. By recommending a grant from your DAF to YWCA Metropolitan Chicago, you can help us promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all — with funds you already have set aside.

This quick and secure online tool from our partner, FreeWill, integrates with your DAF custodian and helps you recommend a grant in just a few minutes. It also saves us a lot of time, so thank you!

Rather than cash, many supporters are choosing to donate their appreciated stock directly to us because it allows you to supercharge our work to eliminate racism and empower women — at less of a cost to you. Donating stocks allows you to avoid capital gains tax and often take a charitable deduction for the full value of the asset.

With this secure online tool, you can save time filling out all the necessary forms from your IRA custodian — or print out what you need to get started.

Rather than cash, many supporters are choosing to donate their appreciated stock directly to us because it allows you to supercharge our work to eliminate racism and empower women — at less of a cost to you. Donating stocks allows you to avoid capital gains tax and often take a charitable deduction for the full value of the asset.

Please note: When you donate stock, please use this secure stock donation tool so we can track your gift, send you the correct receipt, and you can get the tax savings you deserve.

We now accept donations of Ethereum, Bitcoin, and other cryptocurrencies! When you donate your crypto to YWCA Metropolitan Chicago, there’s no capital gains tax to pay, meaning a larger impact on our work today. Donating your crypto in support of YWCA Metropolitan Chicago may also allow you to receive a federal tax deduction against your income tax for the full value of the gift.

This secure online donation has no transaction fee, meaning 100% of your crypto gift will go toward supporting us!

Setting up recurring donations on a monthly basis helps guarantee that those we serve receive the appropriate care and support every day. It allows you to easily spread your support throughout the year and provide a steady and reliable stream of income to us. You can donate monthly by visiting our Donate page and clicking the "Monthly" button under "Donation amount.

Celebrate an important milestone, such as a birthday or anniversary, or remember a loved one through an honorary or memorial gift to YWCA Metropolitan Chicago. Encourage friends, family and colleagues to invest in the future of women and girls in lieu of materials gifts. Visit our Donate page and check "I'd like to make this contribution in honor or in memory of someone," and follow the instructions that appear.