Park District Foundation of Allen County
A Wise Way to Share!
The Park District Foundation of Allen County is a non-profit corporation operated exclusively for the benefit of the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District. The Foundation provides the means whereby anyone can share in the fine work of the Park District through planned giving.
The Foundation’s “Planned Giving Program” provides support for the Park District both during and after the lifetime of its donors. Substantial tax and financial benefits are realized by those contributing to the Foundation.
Opportunities for Sharing
Many gifts to the Park District Foundation will be in the form of cash. However, gifts may have various forms. They could be:
Memorials
By giving in memory of another person, a thoughtful, tangible, lasting remembrance can be created.
Endowment
For general or specific capital projects and programs.
Assets
Outright gifts of stocks, bonds, or personal property.
Other Assets
Your gift of real property, in any form, may be converted to income-producing investments.
Trusts
A living gift; an investment that combines lifetime income with unselfish sharing.
Valuables
The value of items such as artwork, antiques, stamps, coins, jewelry, rare books, rugs, etc. may be claimed as a charitable contribution in income tax calculation.
Sharing of Assets
If it is your wish that the assets of your estate be divided with other beneficiaries, you may provide that a portion of the proceeds from your estate be given to the Foundation.
Life Insurance
Land
Open or occupied space including property of historic of natural value.
Bequests
The naming of the Park District as a beneficiary in your will.
Beneficiary Designation
The Park District Foundation of Allen County may be named the beneficiary of your pension plan. After your lifetime, its assets will then come directly to the Foundation, avoiding delay, the cost of Probate Court, and considerable estate tax.
Who Benefits?
EVERYONE! Park District facilities and programs are designed to be enjoyed by everyone from the youngest to the oldest and from the very active to the physically impaired. Your gift, along with those from others, will enable the Park District to expand its services and facilities for ALL visitors to enjoy. In addition, existing and future acquired natural areas, preserves, and wildlife sanctuaries will be protected against other forms of development.
Gifts of money may be used either for a project specified by the donor or to provide interest income for unspecified purposes. The monetary gift itself cannot be used to defray the costs of day-to-day operations. Thus, the benefits gained from any gift will extend throughout many lifetimes.
Support your Park District. Become a donor!
Just complete the following application online or contact the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District for more information.
The Park District Foundation of Allen County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit entity operated exclusively for the benefit of the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District. The Foundation provides the means whereby anyone can share in the fine work of the Park District through planned giving.