Legacy Gift
Whether as a beneficiary to your will, retirement plan or life insurance policy, including Gulf Restoration Network in your estate plan is a great way ensure the Gulf of Mexico region is protected after you're gone.
Some benefits of planned giving include:
- Retaining control of your assets during your lifetime
- Reducing or eliminating estate tax burden
- Ensuring the long-term financial stability of GRN
Why others chose to leave a legacy gift:
“I think New Orleans is a beautiful and exceptional city and if anything destroys it, we can’t duplicate it... Our coast is important and needs protection.”
Charlotte Soyland of New Orleans, LA
How it works:
Specify an amount or a percentage of your estate to contribute.
Sample Environmental Legacy language
"I bequeath [percentage] of my estate or [$_________] to Gulf Restoration Network (GRN) currently located at 330 Carondelet St, Third Floor New Orleans, LA 70130, Tax ID #72-1447742 to be used by GRN (for the greatest need or a specific campaign) to protect and restore the natural resources of the Gulf Region.”
Your charitable bequest can be modified at any time.
If you're considering a legacy gift or have any questions, please contact our Development Director, Natasha Noordhoff, at (504) 525-1528 x 210 or natasha@healthygulf.org.
Thank you for helping preserve our Gulf coast for future generations.
