Donor Support
How to Make a Monetary Gift
Donations Help Youth Succeed
Many of the children and teenagers of our programs come to us to become better students, athletes, and citizens. They have goals of become professional athletes, doctors, executives, and even tradesmen. The effort they put in the classroom and on the field can sometimes get overshadowed by environmental and personal factors. With your support, they will be able to accomplish their goals, reach heights they never thought of and more. 80% of the youth in our programs are from low income communities and require financial assistance to participate in extracurricular activities. Donations and scholarships help close financial gaps and allow these young men and women to live out their passions and grow academically. With donation support, exceptional students, young athletes, and at-risk youth are able to utilize 4Elite Training Academy’s many programs to achieve academic excellence, gain athletic scholarship opportunities, and change their circumstances for the better. 4Elite Training Academy makes extracurricular programs affordable and allows us to fulfill our mission of serving the families of Los Angeles County.
Affordability for Students
By increasing the support of our programs, 4Elite Training Academy becomes a more affordable and attractive option for students regardless of their income status. Increased donations also the financial impact of a student who may want to participate in extracurricular activities but can’t afford 4Elite Training Academy’s programs.
Develops Youth in Mind and Character
Through a growth mindset centered approach of all 4Elite Training Academy’s programs, they are empowered to use their athleticism, intelligence, and creativity to impact the world for their betterment in society, both during their time as a 4Elite students and beyond.
Build Quality Facilities
In order to support and develop 4Elite Training Academy athletic and outreach programs, we are looking to build our own facilities to match the dedication and performance of our students. The projects that are being planned for: our own campus, a community center, and a sports complex.
4Elite Training Academy Major Gift Donations At-A-Glance
Step 1: Choose the amount and type of donation you wish to support
1. Annual Donations
Minimum Gift: $10,000, funded yearly
Recognition: Named or Anonymous
The minimum Annual Donation can support 21 athletes or 12 mentees and may be renewed each fiscal year, if the donor so chooses. The donor may choose which program in which their gift is given to. These funds are used for athletic fees or activities for mentees.
2. Donation Bequest
Minimum Gift: Varies ($250,000 to endow)
Recognition: Named or Anonymous
These gifts are made as part of a will or trust for a specific amount or a percentage of the balance remaining in the donor’s estate and are awarded at a future date.
Step 2: Determine the eligibility criteria for your scholarship
You can help establish the criteria for your scholarship. Examples might include program area (Outreach Programs, Sports Academy, Community events, etc.), academic merit, and/or financial need. The Organization, however, will be fully responsible for selecting the recipients based on the criteria
Examples might include level of study (graduate or undergraduate), area of study (marketing, accounting, entrepreneurship, etc.), academic merit and/or financial need, involvement in leadership and service activities, etc. The University, however, will be fully responsible for selecting the recipients based on the criteria guided by the donor.
Step 3: Approve and sign a gift agreement or statement of intent
Gifts or pledges of $25,000 or more require a gift agreement or statement of intent (for donor-advised funds) signed by the Organization and you, the donor. These documents ensure that your wishes are followed, now and in the future and outline the pledge payment amounts and schedule that work best for you. (Note: To avoid conflicts of interest, the documents state: “Students who are immediate or extended family members, dependents, or other relatives of the donor or selection committee members are not eligible to receive scholarships from this gift.”)
Benefits to YOU!
Enjoy the opportunity to meet and get acquainted with your recipients at the special annual luncheon.
Receive a note of appreciation and build an enriching relationship with your recipients that may last a lifetime.
Receive an Annual Fiscal Summary on the status of your fund.
Experience the joy of giving back in honor of your family, program or loved one that made a difference in your life.
Recruit our students for work opportunities especially if you lead a business or corporation.
Donor receives an immediate income tax deduction for a portion of the gift. Tax-free principal growth. Estate tax benefits occur at the end of the trust period. If annuity trust is funded with appreciated securities or real estate, capital gain tax is avoided
You Can Help Kids by Giving in Many Ways:
Online: Use our online donation form
Text-To-Give: (562) 471-3642
Monthly Giving
When you donate monthly, you’ll be a 4Elite F4mily Friend, meaning you’re part of a special community who is committed to supporting children become better students, athletes, and citizens.
Be A Sponsor
Sponsor Our Organization
1. Become a sponsor for the 4Elite Sports Academy or our outreach programs;
2. Donate products/ services for organizational events, donate to games and other team functions;
3. Offer our members a discount on merchandise or services
Sponsor an Event
1. Donate money to become an event sponsor;
2. Donate products or services for an event or game;
3. Provide volunteers to help support our events and functions
Sponsor a Team
1. Donate money to become a team sponsor;
2. Donate products or services for a team raffle and/or gift;
3. Provide volunteers to help support team event: coordinate with Team Mom/Dad and Head Coach
Sponsor an Athlete
1. Provide a scholarship for a child in need
For additional information or to learn more about how you can establish a major gift donation at 4Elite Training Academy, please contact the CEO at (404) 671-2818 or lucious.davis@4elitetraining.com.