Kitsap Audubon Society’s Planned Giving Page
Many people leave a gift to charity in their will to support the causes they care about most. Consider including Kitsap Audubon Society in your will, trust, or beneficiary designation, you’ll help us protect birds, wildlife habitat and the environment through conservation, education, citizen science and advocacy. Learn more below.
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Life Insurance
You can designate Kitsap Audubon as the beneficiary of your life insurance policy. This is an easy, probate-free way to make a future impact.
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Bequest or Will
Include a gift to Kitsap Audubon Society in your will by designating a specific amount, percentage, or asset. Gifts made by will go through probate.
Sample language:
“I give to Kitsap Audubon Society a nonprofit corporation located at PO Box 961, Poulsbo, Washington (EIN: 91-1288921), [written amount, percentage, or description of property], for its unrestricted charitable use and purpose.” -
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Retirement Plan Beneficiary
Name Kitsap Audubon as a beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), or other retirement plan. These gifts avoid probate and may be a tax-wise way to support conservation.
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Charitable Remainder Trust
Fund a trust that pays you or a loved one annual income for life, with the remainder supporting Kitsap Audubon Society after your passing. CRTs may provide significant income and tax benefits.
