Four Simple Ways to Leave
Your Legacy for Kiawah
Donate Real Estate
Donate undeveloped real estate to the Kiawah
Conservancy to ensure habitat preservation in
perpetuity.
Leave Your Legacy in the
Naturally Kiawah Garden
Peggy and Tim Barnes at the 2018 Legacy Gala.
During 2018, the Advancement Committee focused on strategies to raise funds to support the Conservancy’s
mission through the Legacy Gala, Annual Fund, and other special appeals. We were successful in increasing the
amount of support we received. However, it has become clear that the Conservancy needs to think beyond annual
fundraising to building a firm foundation for the future of our beautiful Island. To that end a generous donor
provided “seed money” for an endowment for the Conservancy to provide funds for its mission going forward.
Philanthropic research shows that one of the best ways to build endowment for a nonprofit organization is
through Legacy or Planned Giving. For 2019 the Advancement Committee is planning to focus on establishing a
“Legacy Society” to recognize those individuals and families who have:
• • Named the Conservancy as a beneficiary of a retirement account, life insurance policy, or other financial
account;
• • Bequeathed the Conservancy a percentage of their estate or a set dollar amount; or
• • Created a Trust or created a planned giving vehicle to benefit the Conservancy.
We want to recognize the generosity of our supporters when they choose to invest in the future of the
Conservancy and the unique partnership of nature and development on Kiawah Island, and we have formed the
Legacy Society to do just that. We invite you to be a member of the Legacy Society, and we will provide further
information on request*.
*Always consult your tax attorney, advisor or financial consultant before making any decisions.
Commemorate a loved one or special event with
naming opportunities starting as low as $250 in the
Naturally Kiawah Demonstration Garden located in
Night Heron Park.
Become a Legacy Donor
By including a gift to the Kiawah Conservancy in
your estate plans, you join a growing number of
visionary conservationists.
Volunteer
The Kiawah Conservancy relies on and appreciates
our volunteers. We are always looking for
enthusiastic individuals with diverse talents. There
are many different positions for which to volunteer,
both in the field and in the office.
Contact us today to learn more about these and
other donation opportunities and leave your Legacy
for Kiawah.
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