One of the things I love most about working at George Mark is meeting people who care deeply about making a difference — not just today, but for years to come. Every conversation I have with our donors reminds me that philanthropy is often about more than giving. It’s about the values we want to pass on and the legacy we hope to leave behind.
That’s why I especially love Make-a-Will Month.
August is Make-a-Will Month
Creating or updating your estate plan is one of the most meaningful ways to care for the people and causes you love. It’s an opportunity to ensure your wishes are known while also making a lasting investment in the future you want to help create.
If you already have an estate plan, August is a wonderful time to dust it off and make sure it still reflects what matters most to you. And if creating a will has been sitting on your to-do list, I hope this month offers a gentle reminder to take that first step.
Join George Mark’s Legacy Circle to help ensure generations of exceptional care.
For those who choose to include George Mark Children’s House in their plans, we’ve created the Heart & Hope Builders Legacy Circle — a community of supporters whose generosity helps ensure that children with life-limiting illnesses and their families will continue to experience compassionate, and joyful care for generations to come.
No matter the size of the gift, every legacy commitment helps sustain our extraordinary work into the future. And fortunately, joining the Legacy Circle can be as simple as:
- Including George Mark in your will or living trust
- Naming George Mark as a beneficiary of your retirement account, life insurance policy, or donor-advised fund
If you’d like to learn more about the Heart & Hope Builders Legacy Circle or simply have a conversation about the different ways to leave a legacy, I’d love to connect. It would be my privilege to help you explore how your values can continue making an impact for children and families long into the future.
Warmly,
Michelle Collier
Senior Director of Advancement
To learn more about the Heart & Hope Builders Legacy Circle or to discuss planned giving options, please visit George Mark’s planned giving page or contact our Advancement team at gmch@georgemark.org. We’d be honored to help you explore how your legacy can continue bringing comfort, joy, and hope to children and families for years to come.
