Charitable giving options
Gifts by will or trust
A charitable gift from your estate is a favored method of giving that enables you to achieve your financial goals, maintain control of your assets and benefit patients across Ascension Wisconsin.​
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Naming us in your assets
While you may transfer many of your assets through your will or living trust, a document called a beneficiary designation controls distribution of your retirement plans, life insurance policies, commercial annuities and a variety of financial accounts.​
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The IRA Gift (QCD)
The IRA gift, also called the qualified charitable distribution, is a tax-free gift you can make now while satisfying your required minimum distribution.
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Charitable remainder trust
A charitable remainder trust can help you maintain or increase your income while making a significant impact across Ascension Wisconsin.
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Charitable lead trust
Your gift can take shape through fixed annual payments while passing assets to your family or other heirs at reduced tax cost.
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Retained life estates
Donate your home, farm or second home to Ascension Wisconsin Foundation and receive an immediate income tax charitable deduction while retaining the right to live in your home for the rest of your life.
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