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Make A Memorial Contribution

One of the most thoughtful ways to honor the memory of a family member, friend or colleague is to make a contribution in his or her name and suggest that others do the same.

To set up a memorial fund or name CCA Virginia as the beneficiary of memorial contributions

Advise family and friends that a memorial fund has been set up with CCA Virginia. In the newspaper obituary or funeral notice, indicate that "donations may be made to Coastal Conservation Association Virginia, 2110 Lancashire Drive Richmond, VA 23235" or "in lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Coastal Conservation Association Virginia,  2110 Lancashire Drive Richmond, VA 23235".

You can set up the memorial fund by calling Melissa Klimek at (804) 308-8616 to let her know that you have suggested that donations be made to CCA Virginia. Provide her with:

  • your loved one/colleague's name
  • the name and address of who to notify about donations.

She will send a thank you letter to each donor and forward the names and addresses of all donors to the family member or other party that you have indicated.

To make a contribution "in memory of" or "in honor of"

Please send a check to CCA Virginia, 2110 Lancashire Drive Richmond, VA 23235, Attn: Melissa Klimek, and indicate:

  • Name of person for whom the donation is “in memory of” or “in honor of”
  • Name and address of the donor, and the
  • Name and address of person to be notified of the contribution, if applicable.

Funeral Director Notices

When making funeral arrangements, the funeral director should be able to offer you cards that can be completed and made available at the funeral home that indicate your request that donations be made to CCA Virginia, 2110 Lancashire Drive Richmond, VA 23235, Attn: Melissa Klimek

Tax Deductible Donations

CCA Virginia is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to protect and conserve Virginia's marine fishery and other related marine resources. Our ability to advocate effective resource management plans is directly related to the support we receive from foundations, corporations, and individual donors who share our concern for the marine environment. Donations to CCA VA are gratefully accepted and are tax deductible to the full extent allowable by law. Please send checks to 2110 Lancashire Drive Richmond, VA 23235, Attn: Melissa Klimek

Other

Besides making a gift of cash, you can also donate real estate, stock, life insurance benefits, etc. You can also plan your estate to work for you now, while benefiting your heirs and CCA Virginia in the future. A testamentary gift (leaving assets to CCA Virginia in your will) can also guarantee that future generations will benefit from your support of marine conservation. Your financial advisor can help you to determine the best plan for you.

If you have any questions regarding contributions, please contact Melissa Klimek (804) 308-8616.