Question 1

Meet some of our Mother Ryther Legacy Society members...

Accepted Answer

The Mother Ryther Legacy Society honors those who share our commitment to providing exceptional therapeutic services to youth struggling mentally and behaviorally to help them find a path to healing and hope.

As a member of the Mother Ryther Legacy Society, you’ll receive special recognition at events and updates on our programs through the quarterly newsletter.

• Request a copy of our Mother Ryther Legacy Society brochure,(mailto:donnav@ryther.org) or if you have made plans to leave a gift in your will, please notify us of your intention.(https://www.ryther.org/mother-ryther-community-interest-form)

• For more information, you can also contact: Donna Verretto, Stewardship Manager, at 206.517.0221 or donnav@ryther.org.(mailto:donnav@ryther.org)

We are proud of the way we spend donor dollars. To find out more, read our Community Impact Report. (https://www.ryther.org/_files/ugd/6cb817_bad71e5a2a62446e9436b7558f8057f0.pdf)

Meet our donors:

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Sally and Wally Campbell
Mother Ryther Legacy Society Member

Sally and her husband Wally were very intentional about joining the Mother Ryther Legacy Society. Both were committed to helping underserved youth, Wally with the YMCA and Camp Orkila, the youth camp he and his family attended as children, and Sally with the Ryther League. Each generously committed their talents, resources, and countless volunteer hours to make a meaningful impact on these causes.
 
Sally was especially moved by the children sent to Ryther who were housed in cottages earlier as young as 5 or 6 years of age and up to 18 years old all suffering from neglect, abuse, and trauma. She joined the Ryther Child Center League and the Noel Unit to help provide special services for the children who were receiving therapy and schooling in a very caring environment. The long-term trauma of the neglect and abuse that so many had endured was a stark contrast to the privilege and protection she and Wally provided their sons and was the reason for volunteering over 60 years with the Ryther League. She shares this about why you should consider making a planned gift to Ryther:

“As life becomes increasingly challenging with mental health and addiction issues children will continue to have more complex issues.  Ryther is the gold standard organization equipped with the staff and the current therapies to provide healing and hope.  We were fortunate enough to avoid many of the problems others face.  We hope our gift helps Ryther to continue giving hope in our community to the children who need it most.”

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Connie and Richard DelMissier
Mother Ryther Legacy Society Member

Long-time Ryther Noel Unit League member, Connie has been dedicated to supporting Ryther for over 60 years; whether by baking birthday cakes, making holiday baskets, planning the annual bazaar, or the over 25 Noel Unit luncheons she helped with, Connie worked tirelessly to support the children of Ryther. Connie describes how she and her husband Dick decided to make a planned gift to Ryther:

"Our daily lives have been changed in wonderful and meaningful ways, and our family members' lives have also been impacted by our involvement at Ryther. 
In 1885, when Olive Ryther took in the four children of a neighbor, promising the woman on her deathbed that these children would be raised as her own, a legacy began. "Mother Ryther" was tenacious and passionate about her work, and in her lifetime, she cared for over 3,000 local children who had nowhere else to turn. She provided them the basics along with a sense of being loved.  ​While times are different today, now more than ever, children who are struggling need a place to find treatment, care, and hope.  To ensure our legacy continues and children in our community have the care they need, my husband, Dick, and I have let Ryther know that we have included Ryther in our estate planning.  
If you're considering joining us in making a planned gift to Ryther. I encourage you to schedule a visit to the campus, take the opportunity to learn about the programs firsthand and think about what it would be worth to help ensure that Ryther can continue to fulfill its purpose for many years to come. I think you'll agree:  A gift to Ryther is an excellent investment in the health of our youth in our community."

Question 2

How it works...

Accepted Answer

Gifts by will are one of Ryther's most important sources of support. Unrestricted gifts give us the greatest flexibility to use funds where they are most needed.

You may leave Ryther:

• A stated dollar amount
 • A percentage of your residual estate (what remains after gifts to loved ones and expenses have been paid)
 • A specific asset, such as securities or other marketable property

How to name Ryther in your will:

Legal name:  Ryther
Address:  Ryther, 2400 NE 95th Street, Seattle, WA 98115-2499 
Federal tax ID#:  91-0564983

This sample language may be helpful:

"I give and bequeath to Ryther, 2400 NE 95th Street, Seattle, WA 98115-2499
 
[the sum of __________ Dollars or [ _______ % of the rest, residue and remainder of my estate], to be used for its general charitable purposes."

Notifying Ryther of your gift:

We hope you'll let us know when you have named Ryther in your will or trust so that we can thank you and recognize you as a member of our Mother Ryther Legacy Society

• Please use this Mother Ryther Legacy Community Interest Form (https://www.ryther.org/mother-ryther-community-interest-form)to notify us of your intention. 
 • Request a copy of our Mother Ryther Legacy Society brochure (mailto:donnav@ryther.org)to learn more.

Question 3

Name Ryther as a beneficiary...

Accepted Answer

Naming Ryther as a beneficiary on your retirement account or life insurance policy is a simple and powerful way to support the lifesaving work of our organization without changing your will or living trust. Beneficiary designation gifts pass directly to Ryther without going through the probate process and go right to work to help us provide lifesaving medical care.

Retirement Accounts:

Many of our donor’s name Ryther as a beneficiary of all or a specified percentage of their IRA, 401(k), 403(b), or another retirement plan. Individuals who inherit retirement plan assets are usually required to pay income tax, so they're often considered among the best assets to leave to charity.

How to name Ryther as a beneficiary on your retirement accounts:

Ask your retirement plan administrator or financial institution for a change of beneficiary form. Please list us as:

Legal name:  Ryther
Address:  Ryther, 2400 NE 95th Street, Seattle, WA 98115-2499 
Federal tax ID#:  91-0564983

Notify us of your beneficiary designation:

Please let us know when you've made a beneficiary designation for Ryther so we can thank you and include you in our Mother Ryther Legacy Society.

• Please notify us of your intention (https://www.ryther.org/mother-ryther-community-interest-form)or request a copy of our Mother Ryther Legacy Society brochure.(mailto:donnav@ryther.org)

• To learn more, don't hesitate to get in touch with: Donna Verretto, Stewardship Manager, at 206.517.0221 or donnav@ryther.org.(mailto:donnav@ryther.org)

Other ways to name Ryther as a beneficiary:

Bank and investment accounts & commercial annuities:
You can leave a legacy by naming Ryther as a Transfer-on-Death (TOD) or Payable-on-Death (POD) beneficiary on a bank or investment account or a commercial annuity. Check with your financial institution to see if this option is available to you.
Life insurance policies:
If you have a life insurance policy that is no longer needed for your family, designating Ryther as a beneficiary is a simple way to support our work.

Question 4

Charitable gifts that provide income...

Accepted Answer

Charitable Gift Annuity:

There is a way for you to support Ryther and feel confident that you have dependable income in your retirement years. You can do this with a charitable gift annuity.

With a charitable gift annuity, you agree to make a gift to Ryther, and we, in return, agree to pay you (and someone else, if you choose) a fixed amount each year for the rest of your life. The balance is used to support our work.

This type of donation can provide you with regular payments for life and allow Ryther to further our mission. You can also qualify for a variety of tax benefits depending on how you fund your gift.

If you fund your gift annuity with cash or appreciated property, you qualify for a federal income tax deduction if you itemize. In addition, you can minimize capital gains taxes when you fund your gift with appreciated property.

And now, you can fund your gift using your IRA assets. If you are 70½ and older, you can make a one-time election of up to $50,000 to fund a gift annuity. While your gift does not qualify for an income tax deduction, it does escape income tax liability on the transfer and count toward all or part of your required minimum distributions.

Charitable Gift Annuity Information and Video(https://www.fidelitycharitable.org/guidance/philanthropy/charitable-gift-annuity.html?immid=PCD&account=GOOGLE&campaign=Performance+Max+General&adgroup=&gclid=Cj0KCQiA6fafBhC1ARIsAIJjL8mmlasXKPeYrpiGPHxvVkJlmb8hZ3xNElVi5l1DpiRfpE8nDtNXLHsaAh1LEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds)

An Example of How It Works:

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Dennis, 75, and Mary, 73, want to contribute to Ryther but also want to ensure that they have dependable income during their retirement years. They fund a $25,000 charitable gift annuity with appreciated stock they originally purchased for $10,000.

Based on their ages, they will receive a payment rate of 5.7%, which means that they will receive $1,425 each year for the remainder of their lives. They are also eligible for a federal income tax charitable deduction of $10,306* when they itemize. Finally, they know that after their lifetimes, the remaining amount will be used to support our mission.

*Based on a 5.2% charitable midterm federal rate. Deductions and calculations will vary depending on your personal circumstances.

Deferred gift annuities:

If you are under the age of 65 and planning for your income needs during retirement, you may want to consider a deferred gift annuity. This allows you to make a gift with payments to begin at a future date—at least one year after the gift is made. The minimum age at which payments may start is 65. Both the annuity rate and amount are set at the time the gift is made.

To receive a personalized illustration showing how an annuity could work for you or answers to other gift annuity-related questions, please get in touch with: Donna Verretto, Stewardship Manager, at 206.517.0221 or donnav@ryther.org.(mailto:donnav@ryther.org)

Charitable remainder trusts:

A charitable remainder trust is a separately managed trust that allows you to make a significant gift toward the future of Ryther's work while providing an income for yourself or loved ones. After transferring cash, securities, or other assets to a trust, a trustee invests the assets, and the trust pays income to you or to individuals you name for life or for a fixed term of years. When the trust terminates, Ryther receives the remainder.

The trust may be a charitable remainder annuity trust (fixed payments) or a charitable remainder unitrust (fixed percentage).

To learn more, please contact your attorney or accountant, or Donna Verretto, Stewardship Manager, at 206.517.0221 or donnav@ryther.org.(mailto:donnav@ryther.org)

*The above information is not intended as tax or legal advice, and your tax treatment may vary depending on your circumstances. Please consult with your tax advisor.

Next Steps:

• Contact Donna Verretto, Stewardship Manager, at 206.517.0221 or donnav@ryther.org (mailto:donnav@ryther.org)for additional information on charitable gift annuities or to chat more about the personal benefits of creating an annuity with Ryther.

• Seek the advice of your financial or legal advisor.

• If you include Ryther in your plans, please use our legal name and federal tax I.D.

Legal name:  Ryther
Address:  Ryther, 2400 NE 95th Street, Seattle, WA 98115-2499 
Federal tax ID#:  91-0564983

Question 5

Benefits...

Accepted Answer

What are the benefits?

• Your gift costs you nothing now. You retain control of your assets and can modify your gift at any time. Your gift can remain anonymous if you choose.
 • Your gift may provide tax savings or help reduce the tax burden for your heirs.
 • You can direct your gift to a particular purpose (be sure to check with Ryther to ensure your request is understood and that your gift can be used as you intend).
 • You can leave a gift in honor or memory of someone who inspired you.
 • You qualify for Mother Ryther Legacy membership
 • You will be helping to provide health services for youth in our community for future generations.

To learn more, please contact your attorney or accountant, or contact Donna Verretto, Stewardship Manager, at 206.517.0221 or donnav@ryther.org.(mailto:donnav@ryther.org)

MOTHER RYTHER LEGACY SOCIETY

INTENTION FORM

Thank you for including Ryther in your future planning. Please let us know of your intentions via the form below. If you prefer to print and mail us your form, please download our form here.