Planned Giving

Create a Legacy of Safety, Healing, and Hope
For 40 years, ChildSafe has been a place where children and families find safety, support, and a
path toward healing. With a planned gift, you can ensure that this work continues for generations
to come.
Planned giving is a powerful way to align your values with your legacy—making a lasting
difference in the lives of children while also supporting your financial and estate planning goals.

Why Planned Giving Matters
Every child deserves to feel safe. By including ChildSafe in your long-term plans, you help
ensure that:
 Children experiencing abuse receive compassionate, expert care
 Families have access to critical support services
 Our community continues to respond to survivors of childhood abuse with strength and
coordination
 Future generations have a safe place to turn
Your legacy gift becomes part of a future where every child is believed, protected, and given the
opportunity to heal.

Ways to Give
There are many ways to make a planned gift—some that cost nothing today, and others that
provide financial benefits during your lifetime.

Include ChildSafe in Your Will or Trust
A charitable bequest is one of the simplest and most flexible ways to give. You can designate a
specific amount, a percentage of your estate, or the remainder after other provisions are met.

Name ChildSafe as a Beneficiary
You can designate ChildSafe as a beneficiary of:

 Retirement accounts (IRA, 401(k), etc.)
 Life insurance policies
 Donor-advised funds

Gifts of Assets:
Consider donating appreciated assets such as stocks, which may provide tax advantages while
supporting our mission.

Charitable Gift Options:
For those interested in income-generating options, planned gifts such as charitable remainder
trusts or gift annuities may be worth exploring with your financial advisor.

Benefits of Planned Giving
A planned gift can offer meaningful benefits to you and your loved ones:
 Potential tax savings
 Flexibility to adjust your plans over time
 The opportunity to make a larger impact than may be possible through annual giving
 A lasting legacy that reflects your values

Join Our Legacy Circle
When you include ChildSafe in your estate plans, you become part of a special community of
supporters who are committed to protecting children for years to come.
Legacy Circle members may receive:
 Recognition (if desired)
 Invitations to special events
 Updates on the impact of your future gift
Most importantly, you’ll know that your compassion will continue to change lives well into the
future.

Let’s Start the Conversation

We understand that planned giving is personal. We are here to work with you and your advisors
to ensure your gift aligns with your goals.
If you’ve already included ChildSafe in your plans, we would be honored to thank you and
welcome you to our Legacy Circle.
Contact us today to learn more about creating your legacy of healing and hope.

Sample Bequest Language
“I give to ChildSafe, a nonprofit organization located in Fort Collins, Colorado, the sum of
$____ (or __% of my estate) to be used for its general purposes.”