FAQs Archive - Golden West Senior Living Boulder

Q: How can I learn more?

If you have questions about Golden West Foundation or how you can support us, please contact John Torres at jtorres@gwboulder.org or at 303.939.0897 .

Q: How can I make a planned gift without any cost to me now?

You can provide a bequest for Golden West Foundation in your will or living trust. Naming Golden West Foundation as a full or partial beneficiary of your life insurance policy, IRA or retirement plan is easy because all it requires is filling out a “change of beneficiary form” which can be provided by your insurance or plan administrator.

Q: Can I get lifetime income from a planned gift?

You have the option of making a gift that returns income to you, your spouse, or other individuals, with a charitable gift annuity or a charitable remainder trust. Golden West Foundation offers charitable gift annuities and we can help assist with the creation of charitable remainder trusts.

Q: What kinds of assets can I use to make a planned gift?

Nearly any asset can be used to make a planned gift including: Stocks, bonds, and mutual funds Real estate Life insurance IRAs or qualified retirement plans You can make the gift while you are alive or through your will or testamentary trust. The asset you use and the way you make the gift depend on your goals and needs.

Q: What is Planned Giving?

Planned Giving (also known as “Gift Planning") is a way of giving to charitable causes and institutions like our senior living community through financial estate, and tax planning.

Q: What types of apartments are available? How big are they?

The Towers feature 470 square foot studio and 540 square foot one-bedroom apartments. All have wall-to-wall windows that highlight spectacular Boulder views.