Be an 1897 Legacy Leader!

Named for the founding date of the Butler County Humane Society, 1897 Legacy Leaders are respected animal lovers from our community who have deliberately chosen to continue their support, with the goal of providing a safe haven for animals on their journey home.

other opportunites for planned giving:

In addition to Wills, there are other ways to give that can benefit you, your family, and the Butler County Humane Society:

  • Add Butler County Humane Society as a beneficiary to your IRA, retirement plan, or life insurance policy.

  • Create a Charitable Remainder Trust or Living Trust.

  • Transfer other assets, such as real estate or appreciated stock, to Butler County Humane Society, now or after death.

  • Combine these options in an Estate Plan that includes a Trust or Annuity, allowing you to support the Butler County Humane Society, while maintaining or even increasing your personal income, and ensuring your loved ones receive their share of your assets without the hassle and cost of the probate process..

Wills

Balance remaining after designated family and friends.

“I give to the Butler County Humane Society (tax ID #23-7110434), the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate to be used by the Butler County Humane Society wherever the need is greatest.”

Portion

“I give to the Butler County Humane Society (tax ID #23-7110434), ___% of my estate to be used by the Butler County Humane Society wherever the need is greatest.”

Specific Amount

“I give to the Butler County Humane Society (tax ID #23-7110434), the sum of ___ to be used by the Butler County Humane Society wherever the need is greatest.”

This is merely suggested wording; please contact your attorney or estate planning professional when preparing legal documents.

bequest form

For any questions, please email junik@bchspa.info