Creative Giving
Did you know there are creative ways to support American Rivers? Ways in which American Rivers, you, and your loved ones all benefit at the same time?
Such giving techniques are called "planned gifts", because with thoughtful planning, you create win-win solutions for you and American Rivers.
Create Your Will - Free, Private, and Secure
Start your will in about 15 minutes with Legacy Planner. It's simple, confidential, and gives you the option to support American Rivers - no cost, no obligation.
- Step-by-step guidance (no legal jargon)
- Save progress and return anytime
- Completely free and secure
Your Privacy is Protected: Information entered in the Legacy Planner is not held by American Rivers - it's for your personal use only.
Ways of Giving
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Make American Rivers part of your family.
Will you consider including American Rivers, along with your family and loved ones, when you designate who will benefit from your IRA or life insurance policy? When you do, there are significant benefits for you as well.
- Will not affect your cash flow
- Saves you on taxes (up to 60% tax on your retirement assets)
- Allows you to pass on tax-favored assets to your heirs
- Supports our mission for years to come
Read more, email us, or contact us at 360-702-3702.
The River Legacy Society
Members of the River Legacy Society have expressed their commitment to American Rivers through a very special and important form of financial support.
Explore More Gift Options
Will or Trust →
You can plan a gift that will not affect your cash flow.
Appreciated Securities →
Take advantage of appreciated securities, avoid tax.
Life Insurance →
Make a significant gift, no matter the size of your estate.
Retirement Plan →
Donate double-taxed assets and leave more to family.
Real Estate →
Donate a valuable asset, receive powerful tax benefits.
Personal Property →
Donate personal property, receive significant tax benefits.
Donor-Advised Fund →
Make a gift from your DAF, or name us a beneficiary.
Mineral Rights →
Gift mineral rights and receive a tax deduction.
Personal Planning
Use these tools to start your gift to American Rivers. Learn More →.
Goals & Benefits
There are many ways to make a gift to American Rivers. Take a look at some of the options designed to help you to achieve different goals.
Professional Advisors
We can turn your clients' philanthropic dreams into reality.
Planned Giving Calculator
Use these calculators to find the gift plan that works best for you and your family.
Contact Us
Planning your estate and legacy for future generations, including your charitable interests, takes careful evaluation. Consulting with the appropriate professionals can assist you.
- Contact Us
- Eric F Rice, CFP®, CFRE
- 360-702-3702
- plannedgiving@americanrivers.org