Make a resolution that will last generations!
The start of a new year brings a special kind of hope. It is a time for reflections and resolutions, a chance to look back with gratitude and forward with purpose.
Many of the best-laid plans often fall by the wayside come February. The gym habits become less frequent, and old habits creep back in. But what if you could make a resolution that truly lasted?
A RESOLUTION OF ENDURING LOVE
Did you know that making a will can create powerful change that echoes for generations?
A will is the ultimate act of Christian stewardship. It is a profound way to organize the gifts God has entrusted to your care, ensuring that your loved ones are protected and your values are honored. By planning for the future, you make a lasting commitment to your faith and plant a footprint that will help build a better tomorrow for everyone.
Your will is more than a legal document; it is a testament to what matters most to you. It is your opportunity to ensure that your compassion continues to shine, providing hope and support for generations.
HOW YOUR LOVE CREATES BRIGHTER FUTURES
A gift in your will or trust has a ripple effect that will be felt for decades.
When emergencies strike, like an earthquake or a devastating flood, your love is on the ground immediately. Because of planned giving, we can respond with lifesaving speed to provide shelter, food, and clean water to families in their most desperate moments.
Your gift also fuels long-term solutions. You empower neighbors like coffee farmer Bessy Cabrera Vasquez in Honduras to build sustainable businesses that support their families and uplift their entire communities. Your gift becomes a tool for our neighbors to break the vicious cycle of poverty and design their own futures.
THREE STEPS TO A LASTING RESOLUTION
Leaving a gift in your will is an important decision, but it does not have to be a stressful or complicated one. Now is the perfect time to take the next step toward creating a will that truly reflects your wishes and values. Here are three easy ways to get started:
- CREATE YOUR FREE WILL ONLINE. If you don’t have a will, we have a free online tool that helps you create a legally valid will in as little as 20 minutes. It is a simple way to protect your family and include a gift to the causes you cherish.
- REQUEST YOUR FREE PLANNING GUIDE. If you are still considering your options, let us help. Request our free Guide to Leaving a Gift in Your Will. This helpful resource is filled with practical tips and information to help you discern your wishes and begin the planning process with confidence.
- LET US KNOW YOUR PLANS. Have you already included a gift to Lutheran World Relief in your will or trust? Please let us know! Sharing your plans helps us prepare for the future and allows us to thank you for your incredible generosity.
A FUTURE OF HOPE, WRITTEN BY YOU
If you would like to learn more about how planned giving creates futures of hope, or to simply discuss your plans as you prayerfully consider your goals, please reach out to our Planned Giving Manager, Lee Grant, at @email.
Together, we can build a future where everyone has the chance to flourish.