John T. Lawton feels strongly about the quality of care Phoebe offers to the community.

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As Governing Board Treasurer and former member of the Strategic Planning Committee, John T. Lawton recognizes that as people move from their homes into a living community, transition is important. He appreciates that Phoebe handles each situation with care and attention. “The service stands out. They do a fantastic job of caring for and serving older individuals more so than many other places,” he says.

John feels strongly about the quality of care Phoebe offers to the community, and trusts in the process and people at Phoebe. To help ensure Phoebe is able to continue to carry out their mission, he has included Phoebe Ministries in his charitable plans. “Think about what’s important to you and lead with your heart,” he advises. “Then find the organization that matches, and find the timing and gift amount that best make sense for you.”

John uses a combination of gifts to maximize his support. There are creative options to maximize your gift as well. One thoughtfully-planned gift could return an immediate tax deduction to you, provide lifetime income for you and a loved one, and other attractive benefits, plus provide long-term financial support to Phoebe Ministries.

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Emmett Lien’s confidence in Phoebe inspired him to create a legacy of care.

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Emmett M. Lien’s confidence in Phoebe was built by seeing the operations from the outside, as a family member of residents and rehab patients, and the inside, as a member of the Governing Board. “On every front, I was so favorably impressed with the level of service and Phoebe’s heart for charitable work,” he says.

In appreciation for the care and service Phoebe provides to the community, Emmett has included Phoebe Ministries in his charitable plans. As you think about supporting the things close to your heart, consider a non-cash gift to Phoebe Ministries. You may be able to give more than you could with cash, avoid immediate capital gains taxes, and support the causes most important to you.

Many supporters choose to make a distribution from a DAF or IRA, or to donate appreciated stocks, bonds, or mutual fund shares instead of cash. They receive charitable deductions at full, fair market value while reducing capital gains impact. “It’s a way to support Phoebe, save on taxes, and make a gift that costs you less than the benefit it delivers,” says Emmett.

“Our generation is next,” he quips of he and his wife Carol. “We support a lot of senior care organizations because we’ll be next.”

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Bonnie Rissmiller provides for the community she knows and loves by making a gift to Phoebe Ministries.

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Bonnie Rissmiller had visited friends at Phoebe many times before deciding to move in about two years ago, and now enjoys her residence at Phoebe Berks. To support the community she knows and loves, and to help ensure others can enjoy the same quality care and services in the future, she used a retirement account to make a gift to Phoebe Ministries.

If you’re 70½ or older, you can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution from your IRA. This gift allows you to reduce your taxable income, meet the required minimum distribution (if you are over 72), and achieve charitable giving goals—all in one simple transaction. “It’s tax-exempt and I’m supporting my own community!” says Bonnie. You can also make Phoebe the beneficiary of your IRA—an easy way to create a meaningful legacy for the future without affecting your current assets or cash flow.

Bonnie encourages everyone to give. “I want to help any way I can,” she says. “And every gift makes a difference.” She’s right—gifts of all types and sizes combine to help Phoebe provide care to our community for many years to come.

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