For nearly 120 years, Audubon has been the planet’s leading voice in protecting birds and their habitats. Bequests and estate gifts are essential to fuel our work.

Now through December 2022, we are leveraging a generous $1 million bequest to inspire others to leave a lasting legacy. By joining this group of committed supporters, you can strengthen today’s efforts in saving the birds of tomorrow. 

With your legacy commitment for our future, Audubon California will allocate 10% of your planned gift value, up to $10,000, from the generous $1 million bequest for immediate use.

If you have ever thought about creating your estate plans to include Audubon – now is the time to act.

If you have already included Audubon or Audubon California in your plans, please notify us so we can ensure your gift will qualify.

The Audubon California Legacy Challenge has already generated nearly $2 million in bequest pledges. With your help, we can reach our goal of $10 million by December 31, 2022.

COMMIT TO THE AUDUBON CALIFORNIA LEGACY CHALLENGE TODAY!

How to Participate:

1. Name Audubon or Audubon California in your will, living trust, or as a beneficiary of a retirement plan or financial account. Previously established bequest plans also qualify.
2. Document your gift intention with Audubon.
3. While Legacy Challenge funds are still available, Audubon California will allocate up to $10,000 in challenge funds (10% of your bequest value) to advance its important work.

Choose an estate plan that is right for you.

Using your will or trust:

“I give (dollar amount or % of estate) to the National Audubon Society, Inc., a not-for-profit organization with its principal offices located at 225 Varick St, 7th floor, New York, NY 10014. Tax ID # 13-1624102.”

Optional: “This gift shall be directed to Audubon California programs.”

Using beneficiary designations of your retirement plan or financial accounts:

Contact your account manager and ask to update your beneficiaries. You can designate all or a percentage of your account.

Ready to take the next step?

Request more information or contact us for a conversation or assistance in determining which type of gift may be right for you.

• Shari Kolding, CAP®, Director of Gift Planning at (512) 236-9076 or shari.kolding@audubon.org
• Janine Kraus, Director of Development, California, at (415) 644-4624 or janine.kraus@audubon.org