Create a Lasting Legacy for Pets in Need
At Goochland Pet Lovers, we believe every act of generosity has the power to change lives, both today and for generations to come. Planned giving offers compassionate supporters a meaningful way to leave a lasting impact on the pets and community we serve. Whether you choose to include us in your estate plans, gift appreciated securities, or donate a life insurance policy, your thoughtful commitment helps ensure that our mission continues well into the future.
Explore these flexible, tax-smart giving options that allow you to support Goochland Pet Lovers while maintaining your financial security and peace of mind. Together, we can build a legacy of love and care for animals who need it most.
Bequests
Located in a will, bequests are a simple way to coordinate your estate plans with your philanthropic goals. You will meet with a lawyer to draft a codicil, amending your will and including GPL as a beneficiary to your intended amount. Tax deductible, offering more value.
Sample Language:
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I give, devise, and bequeath to the Goochland Pet Lovers, located at P.O. Box 27 Oilville, VA 23129, the sum of $_____
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I give, devise, and bequeath to the Goochland Pet Lovers, located at P.O. Box 27 Oilville, VA 23129, ___% (percentage) of my estate
Life Insurance
A gift of life insurance is one of the most strategic ways to create a lasting legacy for Goochland Pet Lovers while maintaining financial flexibility today. This powerful giving solution offers:
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Immediate tax benefits — Receive a deduction for either your policy's value or premium payments
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No impact on current assets — Support our mission without affecting your liquidity
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Flexible options — Donate an existing policy or establish a new one
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Exponential impact — A modest investment grows into a substantial future gift
How It Works:
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Existing Policies: Name us as owner/beneficiary of a paid-up policy you no longer need (deduction = cash value or replacement cost)
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New Policies: Create a policy with Goochland Pet Lovers as beneficiary (premiums are tax-deductible)
Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT)
When you establish a CRT with Goochland Pet Lovers, you maintain financial security during your lifetime while ensuring we can continue saving animals in the future. At the trust's conclusion, the remaining assets help provide for pets in need.
Appreciated Securities
Donating appreciated securities—such as stocks or mutual funds held for over a year—offers a powerful dual tax advantage. By gifting these assets to charity, the donor can:
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Claim a tax deduction for the full fair market value of the securities
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Avoid capital gains taxes that would apply if the securities were sold instead
This strategy allows supporters to maximize their impact while minimizing their tax liability.
Sample Language:
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I give, devise, and bequeath to the Goochland Pet Lovers, located at P.O. Box 27 Oilville, VA 23129, (a description of the property)
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I give, devise, and bequeath to Goochland Pet Lovers, located at P.O. Box 27 Oilville, VA 23129, all the residue of my estate, including real estate and personal property
Goochland Pet Lovers Tax Information
Address: P.O. Box 27
Oilville, VA 23129
Tax ID: 81-3232722