Please note - We are located in Michigan. If you live in California, please support your local DV/SA agency.
The need for safe shelter, 24 hour crisis services and ongoing support programs is critical in our community.
Domestic violence and sexual assault affect all of us personally. Please join us in making a positive difference in the lives of survivors and their children. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.
Ways to Give
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Cash or Check – In person from 9:00-5:00 Monday through Friday or by mail sent to Bay Area Women's Center, P.O. Box 1458, Bay City, MI 48706
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Credit Card – We accept all major credit cards online, in person, or over the phone.
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Stocks, Bonds or Mutual Funds – Please call our Development Department at 989.686.2251 for more information.
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Bequests and Insurance – Donors may designate Bay Area Women’s Center as a beneficiary in their wills and/or as the beneficiary of a life insurance policy.
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IRA Distribution - For individuals taking a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) from their IRA, you can ask your IRA custodian to direct your payment (or a portion) directly to the Bay Area Women’s Center and not be taxed on the distribution.
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Employee Matching Gifts – Please check with your employer if they have a matching gift policy.
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Planned Gifts - Learn more here
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In-kind Donations – Please view our Agency Wishlist here.
Endowed Gifts
The Bay Area Women's Center holds an endowment fund through the Bay Area Community Foundation. You can make a direct gift to the endowment fund or direct your planned gift to the fund. Your gift is invested permanently, with only the interest being used to help ensure the future of the Bay Area Women’s Center. For more information, contact the Development Department at 989.686.2251.
Donate through your everyday purchases!
Kroger Community Awards
1. Go to www.kroger.com and login to your account
2. Scroll to the bottom of your "Account Summary"
3. Select "Enroll" under "Community Rewards"
4. Enter our organization number VD767 in the search bar
5. Shop at Kroger, use your Kroger Plus card at checkout and see donations automatically made to BAWC on your behalf!*
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You must use your Kroger Plus card or alternative ID at checkout to take advantage of the Community Rewards Program.
Walmart Spark Good
Donate to the Bay Area Women's Center when you shop online at Walmart.com or through the Walmart App. Use the link below to login to your account and select BAWC as your nonprofit of choice. When you shop online or in the app, you can easily round up your purchase to the next dollar to make a quick, easy, and small donation to BAWC.