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How would you like to be a part of the Humane Society's future long after you are gone? Your bequest can do this! The future of the Humane Society of Sedona relies on building a strong foundation now.

The bequests we have received through the years have gone far in helping the Society continue its efforts to end animal abuse. Adoption, spay/neuter, and educational programs have been expanded through the generosity of caring individuals. Planned giving is a way to help insure the continued work of the Humane Society of Sedona. What better way to say "Thank You" to those animals that have touched our lives in the past!

Several different options of "Planned Giving" are available.

Contributions Through Your Will

Preparing a will is sometimes an emotional and thought-provoking endeavor. Whether you have accumulated vast assets or have only a few possessions, a will prevents legal complications and delays. It directs your personal representative to deal with your estate as you wish. Another important aspect of a will is that it allows you to provide for the animals you care about after your death. Whether this means your own companion animals or those at the Humane Society of Sedona, your will can continue a legacy of kindness. If you decide to support the Humane Society of Sedona through your will, you can give a particular amount of money or an asset such as stock or property. One might give all or a portion of the remainder of an estate after expenses and gifts to your loved ones has been paid out. The interest in real estate or a trust designated initially for the lifetime benefit of a loved one could be specified for a gift. Sometimes individuals prefer making a contingent gift that takes effect only under certain circumstances (e.g., "If my spouse does not survive me,"). Ask your attorney for further information.

What if you already have a will? Often you can add a bequest to the Humane Society of Sedona to your existing will simply by consulting your attorney about an amendment known as a "codicil".

Giving through a Living Trust

If you would like to create an estate plan that allows some privacy and has additional features, a living trust may be something you wish to discuss with your attorney. A gift to the Humane Society from such a trust can be arranged upon your death, just as with a will.

When setting up your gift with your attorney please use the following designation: Paw Prints, Humane Society of Sedona, Inc. at 2115 Shelby Drive, Sedona, AZ 86336. We are a tax exempt charitable organization 501(c)(3). Our Federal Tax Identification number is 23-7276252.