Planning Your Legacy Gift
If provided with the opportunity, most of us would leave a legacy gift to show that our lives made a difference to others. Donors are interested in contributing to an important cause with lasting, and meaningful, impact.
Today, there are many ways to make a legacy gift and experience the satisfaction of knowing that you were able to make an impression on the health care of future generations. The power of philanthropy is evident when we look at how these legacy gifts make a difference each day throughout Spectrum Health and the communities we serve. Every gift matters!
Legacy giving combines charitable giving with financial and estate planning. It enables you to make a more substantial gift and may offer tax and financial benefits. Below you will find several legacy giving options to consider.
Wills/Trusts & Beneficiary Designations
Life Income Arrangements
Monetary and Gifts of Property
The information on this website is not intended as legal or tax advice and is taken from sources believed to be reliable, however is not guaranteed as to completeness or accuracy. Figures cited in examples are for hypothetical purposes only and are subject to change. References to estate and income taxes typically include federal taxes only; state income/estate taxes or state law may impact your results. You are encouraged to seek the advice of your financial planner, attorney, and/or tax advisor to make certain that a contemplated gift fits well into your overall circumstances and planning.