Saint Jeanne Jugan didn’t have much but she took action and, by
her generosity, helped to create a better world. Now you are being
asked to join in the effort with your generosity. There are many ways
you can donate. Here are options to consider for this Campaign:
The Little Sisters of the Poor welcome outright gifts of cash or pledges to be paid in 1 to 5 years. Both are tax deductible for itemizers. But, for many people, using other assets to make outright gifts may be more advantageous. Gifts of appreciated securities and real estate are popular alternatives to cash donations and can provide greater tax benefits. Outright gifts, such as cash, stock or paid-up life insurance policies have a very important advantage for the Little Sisters. They provide for an immediate stream of income.
Life Income Gifts
A life income agreement provides donors with the enjoyment and satisfaction of giving now, without sacrificing present income. It also generates a current income tax deduction for the gift, based on the ages of those who receive the life income. You can elect to choose a fixed-income life annuity or life income with variable interest payments. The charitable gift annuity or charitable remainder trust may serve your needs in this manner.
Gifts of Income Interest
Bequests to the Little Sisters of the Poor
A bequest to the Little Sisters of the Poor can take one of several forms. The most common are a specific bequest of property or cash or a residual bequest allocating all or a percentage of the remaining estate, savings plans or IRAs to the Little Sisters after specific bequests have been made. Donors may also leave life insurance policies naming the Little Sisters of the Poor as beneficiary. Bequest commitments are welcome at any time.