MAKE A DONATION
American Friends of Rambam’s work is crucial for the development of the Rambam Medical Center in Haifa, Israel. Please use our online donation system below to donate with a credit card or PayPal account. Please be assured none of your information will be publicly shared.
American Friends of the Rambam Medical Center is a 501(c)(3)) not-for-profit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible in the United States. Our tax identification number is: 23-7049727.
Checks can be made payable to “American Friends of Rambam” and mailed to American Friends of Rambam, 2248 Broadway #2021, New York, New York 10024.
For more information about planned giving, special projects, bank transfers, or naming opportunities, please contact American Friends of Rambam at (212) 292-4499.
GIVE STOCK OR SECURITIES
Donating appreciated stock or securities directly to American Friends of Rambam is one of the most tax-advantaged ways to make a significant gift. By transferring securities directly rather than selling them first, you avoid capital gains tax on the appreciation and you receive a charitable deduction for the full fair market value on the date of transfer.
To initiate a stock transfer, please contact our office for brokerage account and transfer instructions:
Phone: (212) 292-4499
Email: info@aforam.org
Please notify us when you initiate a transfer so we can acknowledge your gift promptly and ensure it is properly credited.
GIVE THROUGH A DONOR-ADVISED FUND
If you have a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) at Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, Vanguard Charitable, the Jewish Communal Fund, or another sponsoring organization, you can recommend a grant to American Friends of Rambam Medical Center.
Please use the following information when submitting your grant recommendation:
Legal Name: American Friends of the Rambam Medical Center
Address: 2248 Broadway #2021, New York, NY 10024
Tax ID (EIN): 23-7049727
Please contact us at (212) 292-4499 or info@aforam.org when you make a DAF grant so we can direct your gift appropriately and acknowledge your generosity.
MAKE A TAX-FREE GIFT FROM YOUR IRA
If you are age 70½ or older, you may make a tax-free gift directly from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to American Friends of Rambam. This is known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD).
To make a QCD, contact your IRA administrator or financial advisor and direct them to make a distribution payable to:
American Friends of Rambam Medical Center
2248 Broadway #2021, New York, NY 10024
Tax ID (EIN): 23-7049727
Please notify us at (212) 292-4499 or info@aforam.org when you initiate a QCD so we can acknowledge your gift and ensure it is recorded correctly.
CELEBRATE WITH A CAUSE
Add special meaning and a trove of satisfaction to your Bar or Bat-Mitzvah, birthday, anniversary, or other special event. We make it easy to raise funds for Rambam for a project of your choice. Sponsor a children’s program like Rambam’s Adopt-a-Clown or purchase a hospital bed in the Ruth Children’s Hospital or the Sammy Ofer Fortified Underground Emergency Hospital – these are just a few of the ways you can express your support for the safety and vitality of the people of Northern Israel.
For a list of hospital needs and to find the right fit for you, please contact the American Friends of Rambam office at (212) 292-4499. Together, and with a little creativity, we can make a difference!
PLANNED GIVING
“We are committed to the continuing survival and growth of Israel. A most essential part of this is a strong and vibrant medical support community for both general and military needs. Rambam meets and exceeds those needs in every way. This is why we have designated Rambam to be an integral part of our legacy program. We know our contribution will help Rambam continue to serve all Israel for generations to come.”
– Leno & Paul Sislin
Why include American Friends of Rambam in my trust or will?
- To allow your personal values to make a lasting impact in Israel and on the world while inspiring others to follow your lead.
- To pass your values on to your children and grandchildren and teach them the importance of how to use resources wisely to help those in greatest need.
- It can be as easy as adding a few sentences to your will or trust or filling out a beneficiary form for your retirement plan.
- It offers you the peace of mind to know that you have done your part to invest in Israel’s future while giving you the option to make changes at any time should you need to.
How do I remember American Friends of Rambam in my trust or will?
General Bequest:
By stating a specific dollar amount, you know exactly how much money will go to Rambam:
“I give, devise, and bequeath to American Friends of Rambam at 2248 Broadway #2021, New York, NY 10024, the sum of $________, for its general purposes.”
Percentage Bequest:
When you designate a percentage of your estate to charity, your bequest changes as the value of your assets change.
“I give, devise, and bequeath _______% of my estate to American Friends of Rambam at 2248 Broadway #2021, New York, NY 10024, for its general purposes.”
Residuary Bequest:
When you intend to leave the remainder of your estate after other distributions under the will have been satisfied:
“All the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate, both real and personal, I give, devise, and bequeath to American Friends of Rambam at 2248 Broadway #2021, New York, NY 10024, for its general purposes.”
Contingent Bequest:
Allows you to leave a portion of your estate to a particular charity if your named beneficiary does not survive you.
“In the event any of my above-named beneficiaries have not survived me, I hereby direct their share to be distributed to American Friends of Rambam at 2248 Broadway #2021, New York, NY 10024, for its general purposes.”
If you would like more information about any of these options, please contact American Friends of Rambam office at (212) 292-4499 or by email at info@aforam.org.
