Planned Giving
"If you're going to live, leave behind a legacy. Make an impact on the world that can never be erased."
MAYA ANGELOU
Create a Legacy with Planned Giving
Planned giving is a powerful way to leave a lasting impact, no matter your age or income. By including Habitat for Humanity of Colorado in your estate or long-term financial plans, you help ensure that we can continue our mission of helping families achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance through homeownership for years to come.
The Legacy We Leave Together
A bequest to Habitat for Humanity of Colorado creates a memorial that lives on, transforming the lives of local families for generations. Even a modest planned gift can make a significant difference in our work across Colorado.
Including Habitat in Your Will or Life Insurance
Consider asking your attorney to include a bequest to Habitat for Humanity of Colorado in your will or as a beneficiary in your life insurance policy. This simple step can create a legacy of hope and opportunity for those in need of decent, affordable housing.
Sample Bequest Language
If you would like to include Habitat for Humanity of Colorado in your will or life insurance, you may use the following language:
“I hereby give, devise, and bequeath to Habitat for Humanity of Colorado (Federal Tax ID# 84-1214920)—a charitable organization duly existing under the laws of Colorado and located in Lakewood, Colorado—_% of the remainder of my estate [or $_, if specific amount] to be used in the areas of greatest need as the board of directors may determine.”
Contact Us to Begin Your Legacy
We’re here to help you start your legacy. Please reach out to us to discuss how your planned gift can make a difference for generations to come.
Tamara Foglio, Director of Development
(720) 227-0443 | tamara@habitatcolorado.org