Your Legacy, Their Future – Join the Christine Meikle Legacy Circle
YOUR ESTATE GIFT ENROLLS YOU IN THE CHRISTINE MEIKLE LEGACY CIRCLE
In the 1950s, when people with disabilities were often hidden away and denied the right to participate in society, Christine Meikle saw things differently When her son was diagnosed with Down syndrome, she refused to accept the status quo. Instead, Christine became a tireless advocate, fighting for the rights of individuals with disabilities to access education, healthcare, and essential support services. Her unwavering determination led to the creation of what would eventually become Vecova Vecova became a place for people of all abilities, but offered unique services for people with disabilities where they could find homes and programs that treated them with dignity and created opportunities to help them heal, learn, find employment, engage in physical fitness, socialize and thrive.
We honour Christine’s vision through the Christine Meikle Legacy Circle This special circle honours those who, like Christine, are committed to creating lasting change by including Vecova in their estate plans Your legacy gift will ensure that her dream of a community where everyone, regardless of ability or financial situation, has access to the support they need lives on for generations to come. By joining the Christine Meikle Legacy Circle, you’re not just making a gift you’re writing the next chapter in a story of hope, transformation, and opportunity Together, we will continue Christine’s remarkable work, building a future where all individuals with disabilities are respected, supported, and empowered.
WAYS TO MAKE A LEGACY GIFT
We offer several ways to make a lasting impact through legacy giving These options allow you to tailor your gift to your personal circumstances, ensuring your wishes are honoured while supporting the work we do.
1. Bequests through Wills and Estate Plans
One of the most common forms of legacy giving, a bequest, allows you to designate a sum of money, a percentage of your estate, or specific assets to Vecova in your will. These gifts can be unrestricted, supporting the areas of greatest need, or designated to fund a specific program close to your heart.
2. Charitable Remainder Trusts
A charitable remainder trust provides you or your loved one with annual income from the trust during your lifetime, and after the trust’s term, the remaining assets are transferred to Vecova This option ensures financial support for your family while still making a lasting contribution to Vecova’s future
3. Gifts of Life Insurance
By naming Vecova as the beneficiary of your life insurance policy, or transferring ownership of the policy to us, you can make a significant future gift. This is a simple way to leave a lasting legacy, ensuring your values continue to shape the world for generations to come.
4. Charitable Gift Annuities
With a charitable gift annuity, you can donate to Vecova in exchange for guaranteed annual income for life. After your lifetime, the remaining balance will support our work, ensuring your commitment to our community continues.
5. Donor-Advised Funds
A donor-advised fund allows you to create a charitable investment account that can be used to support causes you care about, even after your lifetime You can specify how the funds should be allocated, ensuring your gift supports the programs or initiatives that matter most to you
6. Endowments
An endowment gift provides a permanent source of funding for Vecova The principal remains invested, while the interest helps fund specific programs or provides general support, ensuring your legacy endures
7. Beneficiaries
You can also name Vecova as a beneficiary on other accounts, such as retirement funds or bank accounts This option allows you to extend your generosity without altering your will or estate plans.
YOUR LEGACY, THEIR FUTURE
By making a legacy gift to Vecova, you are becoming a member of the Christine Meikle Legacy Circle and investing in a future where individuals with disabilities can live their fullest lives, with dignity and support. If you have any questions or would like more information, our team is here to help Together, we can make a lasting impact because every legacy gift is more than just a donation It’s a promise to the future for everyone
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Contact: Michelle Thompson, Fund Development Manger: mthompson@vecova ca
