Planned Giving
Planned giving — also called legacy giving — allows you to make a significant charitable contribution through your estate plan, often at little or no cost to you during your lifetime. It is a powerful way to express your values and leave a lasting impact on the animals and communities you care about.
Ways to Leave a Legacy
Bequest in Your Will or Trust
The simplest form of planned giving. You designate a specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or a particular asset to People For Animals in your will or living trust.
Beneficiary Designation
Name People For Animals as a beneficiary on a retirement account (IRA, 401k), life insurance policy, or bank account. This requires no changes to your will.
Charitable Remainder Trust
Receive income during your lifetime from assets placed in a trust, with the remainder going to PFA upon your passing. Offers potential tax benefits.
Gift of Appreciated Assets
Donate stocks, real estate, or other appreciated assets. You may avoid capital gains tax while receiving a charitable deduction for the full fair market value.
Sample bequest language: "I give and bequeath to People For Animals, a nonprofit corporation located in Franklin, Tennessee (Tax ID: [EIN]), the sum of $_______ [or ____% of my residuary estate] to be used for its general charitable purposes."
Why Choose a Planned Gift?
- Make a larger impact than may be possible through annual giving alone
- Potential estate and income tax benefits depending on the type of gift
- No immediate out-of-pocket cost in most cases
- Flexibility — most planned gifts can be changed or revoked during your lifetime
- A meaningful way to honor a beloved pet or person
Questions About Planned Giving?
We would be honored to speak with you about how a planned gift can make a difference. Contact PFA to learn more.
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