Include Indiana Audubon in Your Will or Estate
By making a contribution to Indiana Audubon through your will, trust, or IRA, you can effortlessly uphold these cherished values and leave a lasting impact on the world. This act allows you to create a legacy that safeguards our avian friends and sustains the flame of environmental stewardship for generations to follow, ensuring the conservation of our precious natural resources for many years to come.
Suggested language for your will or trust:
I bequeath _______ (dollar amount or percentage of my estate) to the Indiana Audubon Society, Inc., a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with its principal office at 3499 S. Bird Sanctuary Rd., Connersville, IN 47331, to be used for its ongoing work in environmental conservation, research, and education. Indiana Audubon’s Tax Identification Number is 35-6023489.
If you’re thinking about including Indiana Audubon in your estate plan, kindly inform us about your plans by emailing Brad Bumgardner at [email protected]. Taking a moment to share the details of your intended future gift will assist us in optimizing the impact of your generosity.
Easy Ways to Give
Your gift is fully deductible for federal tax purposes, and there is no limit on the deduction your estate can claim. You may also be exempt from state taxes.
Benefits to You
Each of the giving options available to you offers you these benefits:
- You retain control of your assets during your lifetime.
- You can change your beneficiaries if and whenever you wish.
- You can leave a gift in any amount.
- Satisfaction knowing your legacy is with the longest running conservation organization in Indiana.
Enduring Stewardship
Your commitment to Indiana Audubon reflects a deep appreciation for the natural world. By including us in your legacy plans, you help ensure that future generations can experience the joy of birdsong, the beauty of migration, and the wonder of wild places—just as you have. Your gift will help protect Indiana’s birds and their habitats for years to come.
Indiana Audubon Funds
IAS Development Fund:
Generally unrestricted conservation, education, and research programs.
Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary Endowment Fund
Investment fund for long-term Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary management.
Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary Strategic Fund
MGBS specific capital projects.
Make your love for birds a lasting part of your legacy. Email us today for more information.
