A Personal Approach to Giving

A gift in your will is a heartfelt way to support the causes and organizations that are close to your heart, including the VFW. It is an easy way to support veterans in the future without using any of your assets today.

There are two special features that make this a popular type of gift:

1. Flexibility. A gift in your will lets you balance your charitable goals with the future needs of your loved ones. Because you are not parting with assets today, you do not have to worry about living expenses and future medical costs should you need the assets during your lifetime. Plus, you can change your mind at any time.
2. Versatility. You can give a percentage of your estate to the VFW. Most people cannot  predict the exact size of their final estate; therefore, making a gift by using a percentage amount can be a more effective means of dividing it. This allows you to benefit loved ones and the VFW in proportion.

Just One Sentence Can Help Support Our Nation's Heroes

Including the VFW in your future plans is easy; all it takes is one sentence. Contact the VFW Planned Giving Office at plannedgiving@vfw.org or 816.968.1119 to request sample language you can use to include the VFW in your will or living trust. If you have already made a gift to the VFW in your future plans, let us know so we can ensure your gift is used as you intend.