Donate

Donations and financial support from local businesses and the community (people like you!) are crucial. But your gift is more than a donation. It’s a life-changer. You’ll help older adults stay healthier, active, and connected every day. In and out of their homes.

Ways to give

General Donation

Support our programs and seniors in our community with a one-time gift. You may designate it for a specific purpose or to general funds.

  • One-time gifts online by clicking here;
  • Checks made payable to The Helm. You can mail or visit us at 158 Ridge Road, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236;
  • Automatic monthly giving by completing the attached form and mailing it to our address, attention donations, or email to philanthropy@helmlife.org;
  • Donations from Donor Advised Funds;
  • Qualified Charitable Donations (gifts made through your Required Minimum Distribution which may help reduce your tax implications). Talk to your financial advisor about making a check payable to The Helm as part of your RMD;
  • If you have questions, please contact 313.629.2104 or philanthropy@helmlife.org.

Our tax-exempt status information is:
Tax ID #: 38-2254509
Legal Name: Services for Older Citizens, Inc. dba The Helm at the Boll Life Center.

Tribute Gifts

Make a gift in honor or in memory of a special person. A card notifying someone of your thoughtful tribute will be mailed if requested. (Please note the amount of the contribution is not listed in the card.)

Your tribute also is recognized in our quarterly publication, The Helm Life Journal.

Click here to make a tribute gift.

Gifts of Stocks

The Helm accepts securities and wire transfer contributions. Please contact philanthropy@helmlife.org or 313.649.2104 to request stock and security transaction instructions.

The Helm Legacy Society/Planned Giving

Planned giving involves making a charitable contribution in the present, but allocating it for distribution at a future date. It offers significant benefits including tax advantages, the ability to leave a lasting legacy and the opportunity to support causes you care about while potentially generating income or preserving assets for loved ones. You can support The Helm with one of the following planned giving vehicles:

  • Will or trust. You may designate a charitable contribution with a specific dollar amount or a percentage of your residual estate.
  • Life insurance. You may buy a life insurance policy and transfer ownership to The Helm or make The Helm the  beneficiary.
  • Retirement assets. You may make The Helm a beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), 403(b), pension or other tax-deferred plans.
  • Stock or other financial assets. List The Helm as the beneficiary or owner of stock or other financial assets payable upon death.

Benefits and Recognition
The Helm honors every planned gift donor with membership in The Legacy Society. As a member, you will enjoy:

  • The satisfaction of making a gift that will ensure the humanitarian work of The Helm for future generations.
  • The opportunity, if you agree, for your gift to be publicly recognized, including on The Helm donor wall.
  • The option, if you prefer, to give anonymously.
  • As a member of The Helm Legacy Society, you will be invited to any and all donor recognition events.

Community Rewards Program

Did you know Kroger donates a portion of purchases to charitable organizations? You can designate your dollars go to The Helm.

CLICK HERE and either sign in or create an account. You’ll be asked to link your card to an organization by searching for it. You can search for The Helm or type in our organization number, AH673.

That’s all it takes! Thank you for thinking of us!

 

Wish List/In Kind Gifts

Our daily programs benefit from your new and gently used items. Every item on the wish list that you donate is one less strain on our budget. To view the items on our wish list, please click here. To make arrangements to bring in your items, please call 313.882.9600.

Matching Gifts

Does your employer match philanthropic donations? Ask your employer for the matching gift form and mail it with your gift or email to philanthropy@helmlife.org. The Helm will complete and submit the matching gift form.

 

Special Events

The Helm hosts several fundraising events throughout the year. Events are a fun way to support The Helm with friends. Click here to find one that interests you.

Receive The Helm Life Journal

Stay in the loop! Receive news and updates on our programs and activities with The Helm Life Journal sent directly to your inbox. (Print copies are available at The Helm and various community businesses.)