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Planned Giving

Build a Legacy of Hope for Foster Children

Guiding Harbor has spent over 65 years improving the lives of children and families in Michigan’s foster care system. Your support helps sustain that work, and planned giving is one of the most powerful ways to make an enduring difference.

What is Planned Giving?

Planned, or legacy, giving means arranging support now or through your estate. Whether it’s during your lifetime or part of estate planning, it’s a way to ensure your values carry forward.

Ways you can give:

  • Bequests (in your will or estate plan)

  • Naming Guiding Harbor as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy

  • Charitable trusts (e.g., remainder or lead trusts)

  • Retirement account beneficiaries (IRA, 401(k), etc.)

Leave a Lasting Legacy

Enjoy Tax Benefits

Support What You Care About

Getting Started

Planned giving is deeply personal. We recommend you consult a financial advisor or estate planner to decide which option fits you best.

Reach out for a conversation about legacy giving. Your generosity will help guide our mission forward.