The Legacy of Love Society has been created to honor those who have provided for a gift to NAMI IOWA through their estate plans. These individuals have named NAMI IOWA in their will or arranged a charitable gift in their estate plan. Most have a family member or a friend affected by mental illness. They have arranged for this generous act because they recognize how important the presence of NAMI is in our state and wish to insure the existence of NAMI in the future.
The Society’s name speaks for itself. By choosing to include NAMI IOWA in your estate planning, you leave behind a legacy based on love for a close relative, a friend, or for the work we do. This kind expression of generosity will manifest itself many times in the name of love as it helps us to continue providing education, support, and advocacy. With legacy funds, we can broaden our programs, strengthen our resource library, and add staff—increasing awareness of serious mental illness.
An Invitation
You are cordially invited to join the Legacy of Love Society. We proudly recognize members in our state newsletters, in our annual report, and at organizational events. Members also receive a small token of our appreciation and are included on a Legacy of Love plaque displayed in our state office. The first 100 to join will be charter members of the Society.
A Legacy of Love bequest allows you to create a link between life and death. A gift to NAMI IOWA from your estate continues your support and belief in the mission of NAMI—to improve the quality of life for thousands of Iowans affected by serious mental illness.
Here are some ways to minimize estate and gift taxes:
- Giving through your will
- Giving through a living trust
- Giving through a charitable remainder trust
- Giving through life insurance
- Gifting that gives back through your generosity
To Learn More About Estate Planning:
- Contact your personal attorney or financial planner
- Recommended reading: Planning for the Future: Providing a Meaningful Life for a Child with a Disability after your Death by L. Mark Russell, J.D., Arnold E. Grant, J.D., Suzanne M. Joseph, C.E.P., Richard Fee, M.Ed., M.A.
- More recommended reading: Be Prepared: The Complete Financial, Legal and Practical Guide for Living with a Life- Challenging Condition by David S. Landay
