We have all been called by God to work on a masterpiece."
- Saint Vincent de Paul
Legacy Society
Champions of Spirituality, Friendship, and Service
You know well that the incredible supporters and members of SVdP Galveston-Houston have a deep commitment to loving neighbors and providing spiritual person-to-person service and financial assistance to those who need it most.
This is evident in the growing number of households reached, hands held in prayer, and individuals like you who choose to partner with us to champion our guiding values of spirituality, friendship, and service through legacy giving.
It’s so simple, as truthful and loving things usually are.
Just be there—in support, in friendship—for neighbors in need. Though our days are limited, our impact can last far beyond our own lives. Our Champions of Spirituality, Friendship, and Service recognize this and create opportunities for all people who are made in the image of God to flourish and draw near to him both now and well into the future.
This is the very essence of legacy—an unbroken tradition of spirituality, friendship, and service to grow stronger over time.
Consider joining this profound and long-lasting mission as a member of our
Champions of Spirituality, Friendship, and Service Legacy Society
by including SVdP Galveston-Houston in your estate plans.
Your lasting impact will ensure this work continues for generations to provide a brighter future for countless neighbors in need.
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Champions Receive the Following Benefits:
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Special welcome gift;
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Recognition on website and at events;
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Invitations to exclusive experiences;
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Annual personal update from leadership;
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Opportunities to share the story and intent behind your gift.
Several ways you can make SVdP Galveston-Houston part of your personal legacy!
Beneficiary Designations of a financial account:
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life insurance policy,
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retirement account,
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charitable gift annuity,
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donor-advised fund,
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charitable trust,
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other financial account.
Bequests in a will or trust by inserting a provision containing the legal name and federal tax ID:
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The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
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EIN: 74-1464210
Sample Language:
“I give, devise, and bequeath to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, an independent, nonprofit charitable institution located in Houston, Texas (EIN: 74-1464210) or its successor organization _% of my estate/item/asset/amount or residual amount to be used for general support and charitable purposes without restriction."
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“I give, devise, and bequeath to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, an independent, nonprofit charitable institution located in Houston, Texas (EIN: 74-1464210) or its successor organization _% of my estate/item/asset/amount or residual amount to be used for ________. If at any time it becomes impossible or impractical for my gift to be used for the above designated purpose, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston shall use my gift for a purpose and in a manner that it determines most closely meets the above designated purpose.”
When you decide to make SVdP Galveston-Houston a part of your enduring legacy by including us in your estate plans, please let us know!
We will be honored to welcome you as a Champion of Spirituality, Friendship, and Service and to thank you for your generous and lasting commitment!
Give with confidence
We understand that it is important to you that your donation is being used effectively—it is important to us, too. Our top priorities encompass prudent stewardship and accountability. Careful management of operational resources is necessary to continuously fulfill the Society's mission.
