Planned Giving

We are the most tenured animal welfare organization in Southwest Florida and have compassionately cared for neglected and abandoned animals since 1947.  Our history includes saving and placing tens of thousands of animals into loving forever homes.

Be part of our history and leave a legacy gift.

A legacy gift is a distinctive opportunity for you to demonstrate your love and commitment for the animals and people who have brought you joy. A legacy gift for the Gulf Coast Humane Society allows us to continue your lifetime of compassion for animals. There are many types of legacy gifts. Here is a list of just a few.

Bequests
Retirement Funds
Life Insurance
Charitable Gift Annuities
Charitable Remainder Trusts
Charitable Lead Trusts
Property and Real Estate

Your personal legal and financial advisors can assist you with decisions about legacy gifts.

If you decide to give a legacy gift, please include the following information in your bequest or beneficiary documents:

Our legal name: Gulf Coast Humane Society
Our EID (tax ID number): 59-0806978

Please let us know about your intentions for giving a legacy gift so that we can appropriately recognize and thank you.

For more information and to advise of a legacy gift, please contact Lori Burke, Development Director, at [email protected] or 239.332.0364 ext. 321.

This information is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice. It is important for donors to consult with their own legal and financial advisors before making any planned giving decisions. Gulf Coast Humane Society does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the information provided and shall not be liable for any errors or omissions. Any action taken by a donor based on the information provided is at their own risk. Gulf Coast Humane Society recommends independent verification of all information before making any decisions related to planned giving.