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

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

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

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

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

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MLK Community Hospital Board member Kyle Walton

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

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

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Planned Giving donors John Kobara and wife Sarah at the beach in Southern California

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

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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.

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Mobile Clinics Bring Vaccines to South LA

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We’re here for your next steps

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