Giving FAQs

Yes, TURN Behavioral Health Services is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. (Federal Tax ID #95-3302967) This designation means TURN is recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt, charitable organization. As a result: 

•  Your donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. 

•  TURN operates for public benefit, reinvesting all support into programs that serve communities across California. 

•  We maintain transparency and accountability through annual reporting and compliance with nonprofit regulations. 

Your gift matters because it fuels life-changing care for thousands across California every single day. TURN Behavioral Health Services operates a vast network of programs throughout California, offering critical support in mental health, substance use recovery, supportive housing, employment and prevention services, and justice-involved care. 

Your gift directly supports: 

•  Mental Health Services: Including outpatient treatment, urgent walk-in clinics, and community-based support. 

•  Substance Use Disorder Programs: Residential and outpatient recovery services tailored to youth, adults, and families. 

•  Supportive Housing: Safe, stable housing paired with wraparound services for individuals facing homelessness or housing insecurity. 

•  Justice-Involved Programs: Rehabilitation and reintegration support for individuals navigating the justice system. 

•  Employment and Prevention Services: Helping individuals build skills, find jobs, and achieve economic independence. Providing community supports factoring social determinants of health.

Every dollar you give helps TURN continue to provide these essential services, expand access to underserved communities, and innovate impactful ways to deliver care.

TURN Behavioral Health Services gratefully accepts gifts of real estate, which can provide lasting support for our programs while offering unique benefits to donors. Whether it’s a residential property, commercial building, land, or vacation home, your real estate gift can help fund vital services for thousands of individuals across California. 

Here are some unique ways to gift real estate: 

•  Outright Donation: Transfer full ownership of the property to TURN, allowing us to use or sell it to support our mission. 

•  Bargain Sale: Sell the property to TURN at a price below market value, creating a charitable gift while receiving partial compensation. 

•  Life Estate: Donate your property while retaining the right to live in it for the rest of your life. 

•  Bequest: Include real estate in your will or estate plan, ensuring your legacy continues to support behavioral health services. 

•  Charitable Remainder Trust: Place the property in a trust that provides income to you or your beneficiaries, with the remainder going to TURN. 

Real estate gifts can offer significant tax advantages and help TURN expand access to behavioral health services. If you’re considering a gift of property, we encourage you to speak with your financial advisor and reach out to TURN’s VP of Strategic Partnerships Brad Bianchi (brad.bianchi@turnbhs.org) to explore the best option for you.

Legacy giving, also known as planned giving, involves making a future gift through your estate or financial plans. It allows you to support TURN Behavioral Health Services in a meaningful and lasting way, often while achieving personal financial goals and leaving a legacy of compassion and care. Learn more about legacy giving here.

Recurring donations allow you to support TURN’s mission on an ongoing basis, helping us provide consistent care to thousands of individuals across California. Your sustained support ensures that programs in mental health, substance use recovery, housing, and employment and prevention services remain strong and accessible.

Here’s how to set up a recurring gift: 

1.  Visit our donation page 

2.  Select your donation amount and check the box for “recurring” as your gift type. 

3. Complete your payment details and submit.