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Do you know the best way for your family to support the National Trust for Historic Preservation? The information on this site will arm you with the knowledge you need to make this decision.
Your choices vary from simply writing a check to remembering the National Trust in your will—with plenty of tax-smart options in between. We hope you’ll find our online information helpful as you discover the charitable gift that’s right for you.
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What Is Gift Planning?
Gift planning is finding ways to make charitable gifts now or after your lifetime while enjoying financial benefits for yourself.
Planned gifts are sometimes referred to as "stop-and-think" gifts because they require some planning and, often, help from your professional advisors. Unlike cash donations, they are typically made from assets in your estate rather than disposable income, and come to fruition upon your death.
