Planned gifts allow donors to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Florida through their estate and financial plans - that is, through bequests,  gift annuities, life insurace, appreciated securities, retirement plans, and other instruments. Such gifts can be designated for a specific purpose or provide unrestricted support for Big Brothers Big Sisters mission-driven activities. Planned gifts can also offer donors significant tax savings by providing a current charitable deduction, reducing government claims on your estate, or lowering or eliminating capital gains taxes.

You do not need to be wealthy to make a gift that makes a difference. Any amount, through any mode of giving you choose, will bring meaningful benefits to present or future generations of Southwest Florida children.

By making a planned gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Florida, you can invest in the future of a disadvantaged child, as well as your own. We recommend that donors consult with their own tax or legal advisors prior to making a planned gift. To learn more about how you can make a planned gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters, please call (239) 278-0003 or email info@Hereforthekids.org.