Planned Giving
Make a Lifelong Impact for Cats.
Your love for cats can live on far into the future. Planned giving allows you to support cats in need while also meeting your personal, financial, and philanthropic goals.
Why Planned Giving Matters
Planned giving provides long-term stability for our mission. With a thoughtful gift today, you help ensure that cats receive compassionate care, shelter, and advocacy for generations to come. These gifts help us:
Ways to Make a Planned Gift
Planned gifts are often simple to arrange, can offer meaningful tax benefits, and can be tailored to reflect what matters most to you.
Gift in Your Will or Trust
A bequest is one of the easiest and most flexible ways to leave a legacy. You can designate a specific amount, a percentage of your estate, or what remains after other commitments.
- No impact on your finances during your lifetime
- Easy to update if circumstances change
- Creates a lasting legacy for cats
IRA Charitable Distribution
If you are 70½ or older, you may be eligible to make a tax-free charitable distribution directly from your IRA.
- Satisfies required minimum distributions (RMDs)
- Excluded from taxable income
- Supports cats today while being tax-efficient
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)
You can recommend a grant from your donor-advised fund to support our work now or as part of a long-term giving plan.
- Streamline your charitable giving
- Involve your family in philanthropy
- Support cats consistently over time
Gifts of Appreciated Assets
Donating appreciated assets—such as stocks, mutual funds, or real estate—can be a powerful way to give.
- Avoidance of capital gains tax
- Potential charitable tax deduction
- Greater impact than a cash gift
Your Legacy, Your Way
A planned gift reflects your values, compassion, and commitment to animals. Whether your gift is large or small, it plays a vital role in shaping a future where every cat is safe, loved, and cared for.
We understand that planning a legacy is deeply personal. Conversations about planned giving are always confidential and without obligation.
Talk to Us, Confidently
We’re here to help answer questions, provide resources, or work with your professional advisors. Contact us to discuss planned giving options or request sample bequest language.
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