2022
Partners In Caring™ Annual Campaign “But for the grace of God—it could one day be me.”
In the course of my work, I am privileged to have many conversations with the friends, neighbors, and donors who make up the Cedar Community family. Oftentimes, these conversations turn to the needs of others and opportunities to help. And more often than not, we end up talking specifically about Partners In Caring™ and the opportunity we have to support our friends and neighbors whose financial resources run short.
Sarah J. Malchow, CFRE Vice President of Development
It was during a recent visit with one of my neighbors that they shared part of their motivation for giving: “But for the grace of God—it could one day be me.” And you know what, it’s true—it could, one day, be any one of us.
Despite the best-laid plans, the most careful saving and spending, and the wisest financial advice, sometimes life throws you a curveball. Long-term care needs, skilled nursing, and memory care can all add up—quickly. And just as quickly the costs can drain a lifetime of savings. That’s where we come in. When folks are welcomed into the Cedar Community family of friends and neighbors, we make it a priority to do our best to ensure their care—even if their resources run short and they are forced to rely on Medicaid and other government supports. And your generosity helps us do that. So, as we launch our 2022 Partners In Caring annual campaign, and as you consider how you may choose to participate, I would ask you to keep my neighbor’s words in mind. Because it’s true—it could one day be any one of us. And, as a community of friends, neighbors, family, and team members—we all have the privilege to help. Thank you for your consideration and your enduring support. It means so much to so many.
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As you consider how you might participate in our 2022 Partners In Caring annual campaign, please think about how you might maximize your year-end giving. Gifts of appreciated stock, securities, or required distributions from a retirement account can help others and offer a tax benefit for you. To learn more about how you can support the Partners In Caring annual campaign, please contact Deb Holtan, philanthropy manager, at dholtan@cedarcommunity.org or 262.338.4626. For assistance with estate planning or planned giving, please contact Sarah Malchow, vice president of development, at smalchow@cedarcommunity.org or 262.306.2104.
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