What Is Planned Giving?

Thank you for your interest in planned giving. You may have heard the term “Planned Giving” but aren’t sure what it really means. Simply, planned giving is planning to make a difference, both for yourself and a cause you believe in, through a charitable gift. Planned giving is often described as “leaving a legacy” because many gifts are created to make an impact for future generations.

Giving is Unique, Rewarding and Individual to You

The determination to make a charitable gift is an expression of cherished values and priorities. We recognize that no two donors and no two gifts are alike in their aspirations and motivations. Making a planned gift usually requires the assistance of an advisor such as an attorney, financial planner, or CPA to help structure the gift. Through a deliberate and thoughtful process, Hospice of Huntington professionals will work with you and/or your advisors to create a giving opportunity that speaks to you and your family's unique desires.

Ways to Give

Through the years, many individuals have found planned gifts to be excellent vehicles for benefiting their favorite charitable organizations. In addition to personal satisfaction, such gifts offer major planning opportunities to minimize federal and state taxes, increasing the possibilities for effective distribution of assets. The wide degree of flexibility permitted in arranging a planned gift while still obtaining favorable tax benefits has contributed significantly to making such gifts popular and potent estate-planning tools. There are many ways to give including both outright gifts and deferred gifts. Below are some of the most popular planned giving options. You should consult with your own tax and legal advisors for a full discussion of the tax implications of particular gift plans.

Contact Information

For more information on planned giving options, please contact:
Karen Dickson, Director of Planned Giving & Major Gifts
Phone: 304-633-2169
Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Address: P.O. Box 464 Huntington, WV 25709