Legacy Giving

When you notify us that you have set up a legacy gift, we will be delighted to welcome you as an important member of our Bel Canto Legacy Society.

Remember San Francisco Opera Association through a gift in your will or trust, by beneficiary designation, or through another type of legacy or “planned” gift. 

Should you have any questions, please contact Legacy Giving at (415) 565-3242 or at legacygiving@sfopera.com.

• Ways to Leave a Legacy

  There are many easy ways to leave a legacy, including:

  Gifts from Wills and Trusts

  • Bequest Options: Specific, Residual, Contingent

  Gifts that Pay You Income

  • Charitable Gift Annuities
  • Charitable Remainder Trusts
  • Pooled Income Gifts

  Beneficiary Designations

  • Retirement Accounts
  • Insurance Policies
  • Bank and Brokerage Accounts
  • Donor Advised Fund Residuals
• Bel Canto Society Benefits

  Every year, we celebrate our patrons’ legacy gifts at several member events, including the Bel Canto Legacy Society Afternoon Tea and a working rehearsal at the Opera House.

• How to Join the Bel Canto Society

  To join the Bel Canto Society, please fill out the form below notifying us that you have named San Francisco Opera Association in a legacy gift.

  We would welcome a copy of the legal document or section of the document that describes your gift. This can make estate administration easier when your gift is received. Thank you for considering a legacy gift to the Opera!
  
  

  Bel Canto Enrollment Form

• Legacy Tool Kit
  • Sample Bequest Language
  • Sample Beneficiary Designation
  • Planning Glossary
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