Text Box: Planned Giving “The American Red Cross is the living legacy of selfless, compassionate visionaries who turned their humanitarian ideals into practical aid for those in urgent need.” A legacy of compassion links the earliest Red Cross visionaries, Henri Dunant, father of the International Red Cross Movement, and Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross, with millions of supporters who carry on the noble work of the nation’s largest volunteer humanitarian service organization.   Through sound fiscal management and the services of more than one million trained volunteers, the Red Cross derives maximum benefit from every gift.   You can show your personal compassion and set an example for others, by remembering the Red Cross in your will, trust or other planned gift. No gift has more lasting impact than a bequest or other gift from your estate.  A planned gift also offers you many potential advantages, including: •   federal estate tax savings            •   the elimination of capital gains taxes                            •   the opportunity to increase spendable income   Your planned gift can be made as a memorial to another individual.   Through your bequest or other estate gift, you perpetuate the cherished memory of a loved one by enabling the Red Cross to help others.    Your participation in the Legacy Society makes you an active partner in the work of the American Red Cross.  As a Society member, you will learn exactly how your contribution helps those who need Red Cross services. We would also like to present you with a special token of our appreciation that will formally recognize you as a valued investor of the Red Cross and let you demonstrate that support to your community.    We are happy to answer any questions you may have about Legacy Society membership and to discuss your overall giving plans. For more details, please call (256) 536-0084 ext. 222.