Ways to Give

Create Your Legacy
Leave a lasting impact on the lives of Santa Cruz County students by including Your Future Is Our Business in your estate plans. A legacy gift is a powerful way to ensure future generations have access to mentorship, career exploration, and the guidance they need to thrive. Whether through a will, trust, retirement account, or donor-advised fund, your gift helps build a stronger, more equitable future—one student at a time.

Gifts of Stock, Donor-Advised Funds, and IRA Contributions
Support the future of Santa Cruz County students in a smart and meaningful way. Donating appreciated stock, contributing through a donor-advised fund, or making a qualified distribution from your IRA are impactful ways to invest in youth career exploration—often with significant tax benefits. These giving options help sustain YFIOB’s mission while aligning with your financial and philanthropic goals. For details on how to give, or to notify us of a transfer, please contact us—we’re here to help you create lasting impact.

Multiply Your Impact Through Workplace Giving
Amplify your impact by participating in your employer’s matching gift or workplace giving program. Many companies match donations made by employees, retirees, and even spouses—doubling or tripling your contribution to YFIOB. It’s an easy way to extend your support for career exploration programs that benefit Santa Cruz County students. Ask your HR or payroll department if your employer offers a matching program, or sign up for payroll deductions to make giving automatic and impactful all year long.

Put Your Vehicle to Work for Local Students
Have a car, truck, boat, or RV you no longer need? Donate it to Your Future Is Our Business and turn it into career opportunities for Santa Cruz County youth. Our trusted vehicle donation program makes giving easy—towing is free, your gift is tax-deductible, and you’ll receive all necessary paperwork along with a thank you from our team. Your old vehicle can help drive a student’s future.

Explore Corporate Partnerships
Inspire the next generation while engaging your team in meaningful, community-driven work. YFIOB partners with companies that want to make a difference in the lives of Santa Cruz County students. From event sponsorships and employee volunteer opportunities to matching gifts and grant programs, your business can help connect youth with career exploration experiences, mentors, and brighter futures. Let’s work together to empower tomorrow’s workforce—right here in our community.

Our Gold Corporate Partnership includes all of the following from both packages, as well as a table during our Trades Day event and inclusion in the monthly newsletter. Partner Amount: $5,000+

Our Silver Corporate Partnership includes everything from the Bronze package, as well as dedicated recognition for a $1000 Career Exploration scholarship, and links on our website for 1 year. Partner Amount: $3,000

Bronze Corporate Partnership includes 3 seats at your designated table during our Annual Luncheon, your logo on our printed Luncheon materials and March newsletter, and recognition in our Annual Reflections report. Partner Amount: $1,000