YouthBridge believes the long-term plan for all charities should include building an endowment that provides a perpetual stream of income to support operations, provide for emergencies and expand the mission. While all agencies desire such an asset, few have the expertise or discretionary funds to invest in the long-term planned-giving effort. When children’s agencies meet the YouthBridge criteria, we provide the consulting expertise, legal guidance and financial services necessary to build and manage an endowment program. At the Good Shepherd School for Children, www.goodss.org, our endowment building partnership is creating capital and sustainability for children with special needs.

YouthBridge also assists individuals and families who wish to fulfill their philanthropic vision by investing directly in the charities of their choice or by investing through the foundation. This is often done in collaboration with the donor’s wealth advisor.