A Planned Gift is a meaningful way to support the Detroit Historical Society (DHS) through your financial or estate plans while also meeting your personal goals. These gifts can strengthen DHS for generations to come, create a lasting legacy that reflects your values, and often provide tax advantages or even lifetime income. Whether you want to provide for loved ones, reduce estate taxes, support DHS without affecting your current budget, or diversify your giving strategies, planned gifts offer flexible options tailored to your needs. Our team can work with you and your financial advisor to design a plan that aligns with your long-term goals.
The terence e. adderly society
Inspired by our cherished supporter, the late Terence E. Adderley, The Adderley Society was created to recognize individuals who have included Detroit Historical Society in their estate plans. Mr. Adderley’s lead estate gift was made in an effort to encourage others to instill a permanent legacy for generations to come. These gifts ensure the longevity and sustainability of the Detroit Historical Society’s future.
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Planned Giving Options at Detroit Historical Society
There are a variety of ways to make a significant gift to the Detroit Historical Society by including the Society in your estate plans. We encourage our supporters to consider long-term giving options such as bequests, beneficiary designations, or a gift of assets like cash, stock or other holdings. Many of these can fall into the same category, typically referring to them as “Easy Gifts” since they simply require change in language in your plans. We are dedicated to helping you find the gift method that will help you achieve your philanthropic goals. Our staff can work with you and your financial advisor to create a gift plan that works for you.
Receive income in return for your contribution through options like Charitable Gift Annuities or Charitable Remainder Trusts. These vehicles provide lifetime payments to you (or a loved one) while ultimately supporting DHS.
Appreciated Securities, Real Estate, Donor-Advised Funds, Memorial and Tribute Gifts, Endowed Gifts, Charitable Lead Trusts. DAF’s and Real Estate have multiple points of connection in this process, we encourage you to review your estate plans, speak with your financial and legal professionals, and find the method that works best for you.