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$1 Million Gift Launches Planned Giving Program

We are the 1 in 26

My name is Sue. (That’s me in the middle with my two kids.) I know firsthand how epilepsy can change one’s life. I am the 1 in 26 who developed epilepsy. And now I’m determined to change the lives of others by sharing my story publicly for the first time and donating $1 million to Lily’s Fund for Epilepsy Research through my will. I’d like you to join me as we launch a new way to give to epilepsy research in the future through planned giving.

Planned Giving: You don't need to be a millionaire

Call it planned giving, bequest, legacy gift or estate planning. No matter the name, this is a way to express your wishes now but delay the gift until after you’re gone. Regardless of income level, anyone can make this kind of meaningful gift to help find a cure for epilepsy. Experts from the UW Foundation are available to discuss your dreams and goals, and find a strategy that works best for you.

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Make it Simple

A bequest is the easiest type of planned giving and costs nothing during your lifetime. A bequest can be included in a new will or added to an existing will or living trust. You can designate Lily’s Fund at UW Foundation to receive a specific dollar amount or a percentage.

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Financial Advisor

Already have a financial advisor? Bring this with you next time you meet. Some gifts can get a bit more complicated – gift annuities, charitable trusts, charitable lead trusts – to name a few. Let your advisor know you want Lily’s Fund in your estate plan.

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A Million Ways

Real estate, securities/stocks, gift annuities, retirement funds, life insurance plans…there are many ways to give. Our experts at the UW Foundation can easily transition more complicated assets into a meaningful gift to Lily’s Fund.

We hadn’t thought about this kind of giving before, as we didn’t see ourselves in that kind of position. But now we understand how easy it is to add even a modest amount to our will. How wonderful that our daughter, who lives with epilepsy, will see our gift honor her during her lifetime.

Deb and Bill

Kim and Wags
“I wanted to support Lily’s Fund because of their continued assistance through my epilepsy and cancer journeys. Being able to designate Lily’s Fund as the beneficiary of my pension gives me peace of mind and comfort.”

Kim and Wags

TAKE THE NEXT STEP

Sue, Deb, Bill and Kim all did it. Different ways and different levels. We know changing your life documents is work. Some of you may have a financial advisor or attorney to help. Others may be doing it on your own. We can help! Experts from the UW Foundation are available to discuss your dreams and goals, and find a strategy that works best for you.    DOWNLOAD NEXT STEPS HERE