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Planned gifts can take many different forms, but they’re all great ways to support healthcare in South LA. With so many possibilities, we can help you tailor a gift to your needs. 

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Bequests

One of the easiest and most common planned gifts, bequests are made through your will or living trust

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MLK Community Health Foundation Board member Larry Rosen and his wife Jane
Charitable remainder trusts

Create a trust that pays you income now and supports MLKCH in the future

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Donor advised funds

Use a donor advised fund to support South LA in a simple, tax-savvy way

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IRAs

You can make a current or future gift from your retirement account towards MLKCH

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Life insurance policies

Naming MLKCH as a beneficiary for your life insurance policy can create a substantial future gift

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Real estate

Giving property can be a meaningful way to give back towards MLKCH

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MLK Community Hospital Board member Kyle Walton
Stocks

Make a gift of stocks or other appreciated assets to receive tax benefits while supporting our mission

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Feature story

Out of the hospital, into the streets

From the time he was young, Arthur was in and out of hospitals, visiting his father as he battled prostate cancer. “It brings back memories of times that weren’t so great,” he says.

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We’re here for your next steps

Considering a planned gift but have more questions? Sharon Padua is our Director of Major Gifts, and she’s happy to help talk through your options or discuss what kind of gift makes the most sense for you.