Your Gift Matters
You Can Make a World of Difference for Generations to Come
Discover how you can make an enduring impact on families in need, further your own personal financial goals and enhance your giving benefits (both now and later) with a planned gift to Buckner.
No matter what stage of life you are in, wise giving strategies can benefit you and those you love—while transforming the lives of vulnerable children and families in need.
Planned gifts can range from very simple to very sophisticated, depending on your financial objectives. They can be from a variety of sources (cash, stocks, real estate, IRAs, etc.), current or deferred, and can offer unique benefits based on your preferences.
Please feel free to explore the planning resources and ideas our site has to offer! You will find inspiring examples of how generous people have taken time to create "win-win" charitable giving solutions for themselves and their families.
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Under $25,000
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$25,000 to $99,999
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Under 40
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Cash
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This comprehensive estate planning kit will help you protect loved ones, organize everything in one place and save on taxes.
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