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Welcome to Whatcom Hospice Foundation
Planned Giving

Thank you for your interest in Whatcom Hospice Foundation. Our hope is to serve you and your family with helpful information. We have an increasing number of friends at Whatcom Hospice who now are benefiting from life income gifts, gift annuities and other plans. Thank you for taking the time to explore the benefits of gift planning.


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Benefits for Family and Whatcom Hospice Foundation

There are several types of plans. Many of these have wonderful benefits for the gift donors. Many of these families have enjoyed increased income and generous tax savings. You might start by meeting these friends. Just click on the picture and you can view each story.

Major IRA Gift
Tom is a retired CPA. With good investments, his IRA had grown to become over 80% of his total estate. Tom was looking for a way to rebalance his estate. He wanted to make a major gift to charity, but needed to protect his home and personal savings. More on Major IRA Gift >>.


Gift Annuity for Real Estate
Jonathan purchased a home many years ago for $80,000. The home has appreciated substantially over the years and is now worth $420,000. Jonathan's wife of 45 years recently passed away. More on Gift Annuity for Real Estate >>.


A Bequest to Save Taxes
Thomas Merrick was a widower who had a great love for our organization. As an individual who had directly benefited from our work, Thomas wanted to thank us with a gift from his estate. More on A Bequest to Save Taxes >>.


Leading for the Future
Luke and Candice Waters spent many years volunteering and supporting Whatcom Hospice Foundation. They wanted to give back in a way that would help our organization fulfill its mission. More on Leading for the Future >>.


Steps to Wise Giving

There are several steps to help you make wise and prudent gifts. These pages are here to help you learn how gift planning ideas can be of personal benefit. Let us suggest a few steps that would help you in that process.


Mike Kirkland
Executive Director
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