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Giving an outright gift of cash and goods is not always the optimal choice when making a substantial gift to The Salvation Army. There are a number of creative giving options available, which, though at first may seem complicated, can easily be worked out to the benefit of not only The Army and those we serve, but to you and your loved ones as well. Often, by making a planned gift, you can reduce capital gains or inheritance taxes, retain income for life, secure an income tax deduction, and/or actually increase the benefit of your estate to your loved ones after passing away.

WILL/TRUST BEQUEST LANGUAGE It is not enough to make a bequest that simply reads "To The Salvation Army of Columbus..." as there is no such organization legally recognized by this name. The Salvation Army operates in Ohio as a New York Corporation, and this corporation has predetermined how to allocate bequests throughout the eastern United States that have not been planned in accord with specific criteria. Please contact our Planned Giving office for proper bequest language consistent with your legacy goals so that we can ensure your generosity stays local.

When you choose to make a planned gift to The Salvation Army, you should consult your professional financial advisor or attorney. We will be happy to provide information and work with your advisor to complete your gift. Thank you for your interest in supporting the work of The Salvation Army.

Contact Information: Marc Littlecott, Divisional (central and southwest Ohio) Planned Giving Director, 1-888-633-1962 or by email.

If you are interested in developing you own plan, or are a professional advisor looking for additional resources, Please Click Here.

If you have already included The Salvation Army in your financial or estate plan, we thank you for your kindness and generosity.

The Salvation Army serves people in need without discrimination. By putting money to maximum use, The Army provides services, programs and ministries that produce measurable, life-enhancing results.