Giving SUPPORT THE AAVS MISSION
AAVS Will Be There for the Animals When a charity asks you to make provisions for its benefit in your estate plans, what assurance do you have that the organization will still exist in the future to uphold your legacy? One of our members recently commented: “So many animal groups come and go, but I know AAVS will be there.” AAVS greatly attributes our longevity and success to support received through bequests from members like you. This year marks the 10th anniversary of our Caroline Earle White Society, named in honor of our Founder and established to recognize the extraordinary commitment of members through planned giving. Please consider making a special gift for the animals by providing for AAVS in your will, trust, insurance policy, or retirement fund. This is one of the most important decisions you will make during your lifetime, and it will ensure your future legacy of protecting animals through AAVS’s important mission. You may be assured that AAVS will be there to advocate on behalf of defenseless animals exploited for research until we are able to end their suffering forever.
A Secure Future
With interest rates at record lows, you’re looking for the best return on your financial investments. A charitable gift annuity (CGA) offers an attractive opportunity for you to support AAVS’s mission and secure a competitive rate of return for your money. Establishing a CGA with AAVS provides not only much needed 10% 10
support for the animals but also guarantees you or a loved one fixed payments for life, making CGAs especially advantageous for retirees. You may also save on taxes by claiming a deduction for a portion of your gift. Contact Member Services to request a customized summary of benefits. 9.8%
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*Average interest rates obtained from Money-Rates.com as of September 2, 2011, and based on a deposit of $20,000 **CGA rates as of July 1, 2011 and subject to change ***Estimated annual annuity payment based on a $20,000 gift to AAVS
For information on planned giving, leadership gifts, recurring gifts, or other support, contact Chris Derer, Director of Development & Member Services, at cderer@aavs.org or 800-SAY-AAVS. When including AAVS in your estate plans or sending a donation, please use our legal title and office address: American Anti-Vivisection Society, 801 Old York Road, Suite 204, Jenkintown, PA 19046-1611. EIN: 23-0341990. AAVS is a not for profit 501(c)(3) organization to which contributions are 100% tax deductible under federal and state law.
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