“Crippled Children’s Society/ 
AbilityFirst, was one of the
agencies that got my family
going and gave them hope
to face the future.  My
future turned out pretty
good.  I’ve put AbilityFirst
in my will. Why? Because of
the unconditional love and
moral support my family
received from the org-
anization.  This is the only
way I know how to help
and this is my way of say-
ing thank you.”

Michael G. Morris


Planned Giving

Planned giving refers to a range of techniques that allow you to contribute financial support to AbilityFirst, while minimizing taxes – especially income and estate taxes.

It is not only very wealthy philanthropists who can employ planned giving strategies to support AbilityFirst’s mission and work, now and after they pass away. Many planned gifts – ranging in value from hundreds of dollars to millions – are from ordinary folks whose children, siblings or other family members have been touched by our programs. Those who have made AbilityFirst the beneficiary of a will, trust, life insurance policy or other estate gift, are honored with membership in the prestigious AbilityFirst Legacy Society.

You can learn more about putting AbilityFirst in your will, using a charitable trust to make a gift to AbilityFirst, and our Annual Giving Societies, by clicking on the links on the left.

Of course, you should always consult your own financial advisor and estate planning attorney to determine whether making a bequest or other planned gift to AbilityFirst makes sense for you.