FALL 2026
At a glance • Critical first steps when planning for your estate • Important benefits of a living trust • Understand how a “living will” addresses medical care
Prepared for the Benefit of the Friends of Christian Appalachian Project Life is full of changes and exciting milestones like getting married, welcoming a new baby or tough times like divorce or the death of a loved one. These significant moments can affect our plans for the future, including what happens with our assets. That’s why it’s important to keep our estate plans, like wills and trusts, up to date. Updating your estate plan makes sure that your wishes, the ones you’ve carefully thought about, are the ones that will be followed.
Much of what we can do for our loved ones and the causes we care about during our lifetime stem from being good stewards of our assets. And as good stewards, it is equally important to be good stewards of our resources when we no longer need them. Crafting a solid estate plan is key to ensuring that everything you’ve worked hard for goes exactly where you want it; to your loved ones and the charities you support. Let’s make sure your legacy reflects your values and helps those you care about the most. The most fundamental way individuals help to ensure the future of Appalachia is to make a provision in a will directing a percentage or specific amount of the estate to Christian Appalachian Project. Proper planning ensures that family and charitable priorities are realized. Estate Planning Begins With a Will. If you prefer not to rely on the state’s default distribution method for your assets, it’s crucial to draft a valid will that reflects your own personal wishes.