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Create Better Tomorrows

Every day, women and children across North Carolina turn to Crittenton for safety, support, and a chance to build a brighter future. Your generosity helps provide housing, education, healthcare, parenting support, and life-changing opportunities for pregnant women and girls in foster care.

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Ways to Give

Ways to Give

Whether you're making a gift today or planning for the future, there are many ways to support Crittenton's mission.

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    One-Time Donation

    Make an immediate impact through a single contribution that supports the women and children we serve every day.

    Donate Now

  • Recurring Donation

    Provide reliable, ongoing support through monthly giving and help create lasting change all year long.

    Become a Monthly Donor

  • Gift of Stock

    Donate appreciated stocks, mutual funds, or ETFs to maximize your charitable impact while potentially reducing capital gains taxes.

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    Donor Advised Fund

    Recommend a grant from your Donor Advised Fund and support Crittenton through a simple, tax-efficient giving option.

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    Giving Societies

    Become part of a community of donors whose annual or planned gifts create lasting opportunities for women and children across North Carolina while recognizing your commitment to Crittenton's mission.

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    Planned Giving

    Leave a lasting legacy through estate planning and future charitable gifts that will continue transforming lives for generations to come.

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Recognized. Transparent. Trusted.

Crittenton of North Carolina is recognized by leading nonprofit evaluators for our commitment to transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship, giving donors and community partners confidence in our mission and impact.

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    Four-Star Rating

    Charity Navigator's Four-Star Rating recognizes organizations that demonstrate strong financial health, accountability, and transparency—reflecting our commitment to responsible stewardship and lasting community impact.

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    Platinum Transparency

    Candid's Platinum Seal of Transparency recognizes organizations that openly share their goals, strategies, financial information, and measurable outcomes, demonstrating our commitment to accountability and trust.

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Give Through Your Donor-Advised Fund

Recommend a grant from your donor-advised fund and support Crittenton through a simple, tax-efficient giving option.

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Join a community of Dedicated Supporters

Our Giving Society recognizes donors who make a meaningful commitment to creating better tomorrows for women and children across North Carolina.

  • The 1903 Society recognizes donors who contribute annual cash gifts of $1,903 or more during the fiscal year.

    Membership may be achieved through:

    • A one-time gift of $1,903 or more

    • Monthly gifts of at least $159 per month for one year

    As a member of the 1903 Society, you'll join a community of supporters committed to helping women and children thrive.

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Leave a Legacy of Hope and Transformation

For more than a century, Crittenton has helped women and children navigate life's most challenging moments. Planned giving ensures that mission continues long into the future.

Whether you're just beginning to think about your legacy or finalizing your estate plans, there are giving options that can align with your goals and financial circumstances.

The Creating Better Tomorrows Society honors individuals who have included Crittenton of North Carolina in their long-term charitable plans.

These visionary supporters understand that meaningful change takes time, commitment, and a belief in future generations.

Members receive:

  • Recognition on our website and annual report

  • Recognition on a commemorative plaque at our facility

  • Reserved seating and recognition at select Crittenton events

  • Annual report mailed directly to your home

  • Exclusive butterfly lapel pin symbolizing transformation and hope

Most importantly, membership reflects a lasting commitment to ensuring women and children will continue finding hope, healing, and opportunity through Crittenton for generations to come.

  • Donor Advised Fund (DAF)

    If you have a Donor Advised Fund, you can recommend Crittenton as a beneficiary now or in the future. This flexible giving option allows you to support our mission while maintaining control over your charitable giving strategy.

    Donation of Appreciated Securities

    Donating stocks, mutual funds, or ETFs that have increased in value may allow you to avoid capital gains taxes while supporting women and children across North Carolina.

  • Retirement Account Beneficiary Designation

    Name Crittenton as a full or partial beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), or other retirement account to create a meaningful charitable legacy.

    Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)

    If you are age 70½ or older, you may be able to transfer funds directly from your IRA to Crittenton while receiving favorable tax treatment.

    Will or Living Trust

    Include Crittenton in your estate plans through a specific gift, percentage of your estate, or residual gift after loved ones have been provided for.

    Life Insurance Policy

    Name Crittenton as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy or transfer ownership of a policy you no longer need.

  • Charitable Remainder Unitrust

    Create a charitable trust that provides income during your lifetime while ultimately supporting Crittenton's mission for generations to come.

Let's Start the Conversation

Interested in learning more about planned giving or finding the giving option that's right for you?

Contact Our Development Team