The things we care about can continue long after us.
A legacy gift to Penn-Mar is one way to help ensure people with intellectual and developmental disabilities have opportunities to live full, meaningful lives for generations to come.
Whether you are beginning to think about the future or already have an estate plan in place, we are here to help you explore what legacy giving could look like for you.
Creating a will doesn’t have to be overwhelming.
Penn-Mar offers access to a free online will-writing tool that makes it easy to create or update your will from the comfort of your home. There is no cost to use the service, and you’re never obligated to include Penn-Mar in your plans.Â
Whether you’re ready to make a contibution or just exploring your options, we’re here to help. Let’s find the path that’s most meaningful to you.
Jenn Hobbs
Chief Development & Marketing OfficerÂ
jennhobbs@penn-mar.org
The Legacy Circle recognizes people who have chosen to include Penn-Mar in their estate or long-term plans.
There is no minimum gift required. You don’t need to share the amount or provide documentation. Simply letting us know about your plans allows us to thank you and welcome you into a community of people who believe deeply in Penn-Mar’s future.
If you have already included Penn-Mar in your plans, we would be honored to hear from you.
Legacy Circle Committee Chair
"The future doesn't happen by accident. It happens because people make thoughtful decisions today that will benefit others tomorrow."
Legacy Circle Ambassador
"Penn-Mar has meant so much to our family. Including it in our plans is one way we can help ensure that same support is there for other families in the years ahead."
Legacy Circle Ambassador
"Leaving a legacy isn't about what you leave behind. It's about the opportunities you create for people you'll probably never meet."
Many supporters choose to leave a legacy that reflects the values they've lived by.
A planned gift helps ensure Penn-Mar can continue supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities for generations to come.
In many cases, no.
Most planned gifts are made through a will or beneficiary designation, meaning they don't affect your finances during your lifetime.
Yes.
As long as your estate plan remains revocable, you can update your plans whenever your circumstances or priorities change.
Unless you specify otherwise, planned gifts are used where they're needed most, helping Penn-Mar respond to future opportunities and challenges while continuing to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
If you have a specific purpose in mind, we'd be happy to discuss your wishes.
If you'd like to learn more about planned giving or the Penn-Mar Legacy Circle, we'd love to talk with you.
Jenn Hobbs
Chief Development & Marketing Officer
jennhobbs@penn-mar.org