Planned Giving
We can help you create your legacy. Plan how you intend to make an impact today.
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. Selecting the right charitable gift can allow you to reduce your estate and income taxes, maximize the financial and tax benefits of your gift, and even create a larger gift than you thought possible.
Ways to Give Now
Explore non-cash gift options that will impact our lifesaving mission today and into the future.
Gifts That Pay You Income
Your lifesaving gift can pay you dependable income for life.
Ways to Leave a Legacy
Create a lasting legacy with the American Heart Association by leaving a gift through your will or estate plan. It's one of the simplest ways to make a meaningful impact.
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"I'm planting that seed of legacy and continued impact to do something very positive in life and in death."
Did you already include us in your estate plan?
Please let us know so we can thank you for your generous gift.
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Paul Dudley White Legacy Society
When you remember us in your will or trust, or give through a life income plan, you become a member of the Paul Dudley White Legacy Society.
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Find Your Local Contact
Have questions? Get in touch with your local Charitable Estate Planning or Estate Settlement representative for personal assistance and resources.
Essential Resources
Explore complimentary tools and resources to help you secure the future for the people and causes you care about.
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View upcoming and past webinars hosted by the American Heart Association to learn how to secure your future and create your legacy.
Resources for Professional Advisors & Trustees
Information to help you and your clients with their estate plans or the settlement of their estate.
Professional Advisor Network
We work with professional advisors to ensure your client’s financial and charitable goals are achieved. Membership is free.
Estate Settlement
We help you execute your client’s final estate plan and make sure their wishes are followed.