Legacy Giving
Legacy giving, also called planned giving, is a powerful way to support Durham Habitat’s affordable homeownership work and leave a lasting impact on the community we serve. Benefits to you include receiving a tax deduction, honoring loved ones, and supporting affordable homeownership for years to come.
Of her legacy gift, Jane Williams says “My commitment to the Legacy Society comes from a deep feeling of gratitude–being thankful for my own housing and wanting others to have the incredible experience of having their own home.”
Generously including Durham Habitat in your estate plans ensures we can continue to build homes, transform lives, and strengthen communities for years to come. If you have made plans for a Legacy Gift, please let us know by filling out this brief letter of intent (not legally binding) so we may properly thank you.
There are several types of legacy gifts you can make to Durham Habitat, including:
Bequests: A bequest is a gift made in your will or trust. You can choose to leave a specific dollar amount or a percentage of your estate to Durham Habitat. If you don’t have a will or an attorney, you can use freewill.com to create a will and make a bequest to Durham Habitat.
Retirement assets: You can name Durham Habitat as a beneficiary of your retirement plan or IRA. This can provide tax benefits to you and support our mission.
Life insurance: You can name Durham Habitat as a beneficiary, or partial beneficiary, of your life insurance policy. This is a simple and effective way to support our work.
Charitable remainder trust: A charitable remainder trust allows you to receive income during your lifetime, with the remainder going to Durham Habitat after your passing.
Charitable gift annuity: A charitable gift annuity provides you with fixed payments during your lifetime, with the remainder going to Durham Habitat after your passing.
At Durham Habitat, we believe in building strong, vibrant communities where everyone has access to safe, decent, and affordable housing. We are committed to making a difference that lasts beyond our lifetime, and we invite you to join us in creating a legacy of hope and opportunity for future generations.
To learn more about legacy giving opportunities at Durham Habitat, please contact our Director of Development at 919-682-0516 x113.