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Welcome to your resource for charitable gift planning

Welcome to your resource for charitable gift planning!

We've created this Web site to help you dream, about our future and yours. If you're not sure where to begin, try our Build Your Gift planner.

If you already have gift options in mind, click on Compare Gifts to see how your choices match up or click on eBrochures to request specific information on a planning option. Happy dreaming!

Gifts in Action

Imagine losing two of your best friends in the same year. Unfortunately, Kurt Lein doesn't have to imagine it. In 2008, he suffered through the deaths of his two dogs, Jackson and Felix. Jackson's death was particularly painful. More

Check out our monthly feature articles



Will New Tax Laws Affect My Estate Plan?
It's an extraordinarily uncertain time—tax wise, that is. This is the first year in decades that American tax law repealed the federal estate tax. As of Jan. 1, 2010, federal estate taxes are repealed for any deaths that occur during this calendar year, regardless of the size of that person's estate (state estate/inheritance taxes will still apply). More

Your Estate Plan Check-In
Do you have an estate plan? Does it reflect your current situation and wishes? Our checklist will help you make sure your plans are on track. More

5 Moves to Make After Age 50
If you are 50 or older, there are key steps you should take to prepare for your future. More

What You Need to Know to Protect Your Children's Inheritance
One of the most important steps you can take toward providing security for your children and peace of mind for yourself is to update your will. More

Savings Bond Magic: How to Make the Taxes Disappear
Your savings bonds, when left to heirs at your death, are subject to income tax on the accumulated interest. When left to us, however, we will receive the full value of the bonds. More

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