Planned Gifts

Visionaries look past the here and now to shape the future.

Making a planned gift to Portland Audubon is a far-reaching way to help native birds, other wildlife and their habitats. Your bequest or planned gift will help Portland Audubon make a lasting impact in creating a region where people and wildlife can continue to flourish together, while building your conservation legacy.

There are several basic types of bequests that you may consider:

Specific, Residuary and Contingent Bequests
You can name the Audubon Society of Portland as a beneficiary of your will or trust, to receive a specific gift from your estate; to receive all or a portion of the residue of your estate, or to be the contingent beneficiary.

Retirement Accounts and Pension Plans
Naming the Audubon Society of Portland as the benefiiary of your retirement account is an excellent way to make a bequest and gain tax incentives.

Real Estate
You can donate real estate or land holdings to the Audubon Society of Portland. Your donation might be a priority natural area intended for protection or real estate intended for sale.  Ir you are considering a gift of real estate, please talk with us first to assure that your gift fits within our conservation strategies.

Insurance
You can name the Audubon Society of Portland as a beneficiary of your life insurance policy and receive immediate tax advantages. A bequest of insurance enables you to assure a large future gift to the Audubon Society of Portland at a small cost now.

Professional Assistance
Please consult with your financial planner and attorney to assure you receive the best financial advantages and that your intentions are carried out fully.

Recognition and the Audubon Society of Portland Legacy Club

We would be glad to discuss any planned giving option with you - in confidence and without obligation.

Please contact:
Ann Takamoto
Development Director
(503) 292-6855, x117
email