Legacy Giving
Create a lasting legacy that protects wildlife for generations to come. Your planned gift ensures that our conservation work continues long into the future.
Why Leave a Legacy?
Lasting Impact
Your gift continues protecting wildlife long after you're gone
Tax Benefits
Significant tax advantages for you and your estate
Future Generations
Ensure future generations can experience wildlife
Legacy Giving Options
Will Bequest
Include Vetra Foundation in your will to ensure your legacy of compassion continues
Benefits:
- ✓Full tax deduction for estate
- ✓Flexibility to change your mind
- ✓No immediate financial commitment
- ✓Create lasting impact
Examples:
- • Specific dollar amount
- • Percentage of estate
- • Residual bequest
- • Contingent bequest
Charitable Trust
Establish a trust that provides income to beneficiaries while supporting our mission
Benefits:
- ✓Income tax benefits
- ✓Estate tax reduction
- ✓Steady income for beneficiaries
- ✓Support conservation long-term
Examples:
- • Charitable Remainder Trust
- • Charitable Lead Trust
- • Pooled Income Fund
Life Insurance
Name Vetra Foundation as beneficiary of your life insurance policy
Benefits:
- ✓Large impact with small premium
- ✓Tax-deductible premiums
- ✓Simple to arrange
- ✓Guaranteed future support
Examples:
- • New policy in our name
- • Add us to existing policy
- • Transfer ownership of policy
Retirement Assets
Designate retirement funds to support wildlife conservation
Benefits:
- ✓Avoid income and estate taxes
- ✓Simple beneficiary designation
- ✓Significant tax advantages
- ✓Support future generations
Examples:
- • 401(k) or 403(b)
- • IRA or Roth IRA
- • Pension plan
Legacy Society Members
Eleanor Thompson
Funds marine conservation research annually
"I wanted to ensure that future generations could experience the wonder of wildlife I've cherished my whole life."
Robert & Margaret Chen
Supports conservation education for 10,000 students yearly
"Education is the key to conservation. We're proud to support programs that inspire the next generation."
James Martinez
Provides emergency response funding for ocean wildlife
"The ocean needs our protection. My legacy will help rescue marine animals for years to come."
Areas of Impact
Wildlife Rescue
Emergency response and rehabilitation for injured and orphaned animals
Habitat Protection
Preserving and restoring critical wildlife habitats
Conservation Education
Educating communities about wildlife protection and coexistence
Research & Innovation
Advancing conservation science and rehabilitation techniques
Emergency Response
Rapid deployment during natural disasters and crises
Global Partnerships
Building international networks for wildlife protection
Getting Started
Explore Options
Learn about different legacy giving methods
Consult Advisor
Speak with your financial or legal advisor
Contact Us
Let us know about your planned gift intentions
Finalize Plans
Complete the necessary legal documentation
Resources & Information
Contact Our Legacy Giving Team
Get in Touch
Confidential Discussion
We offer confidential, no-obligation discussions about your legacy giving options. Your privacy is important to us.