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August is National Make a Will Month

It’s the perfect time to create or update your will and ensure your wishes are honored. Many people put this off, but having a will isn’t just for the wealthy — it’s for anyone who wants to protect loved ones and avoid unnecessary stress for their family.

Why a Will Matters

  • Protect Your Loved Ones – Ensure your assets go to the people and causes you care about.
  • Appoint Guardians – Decide who will care for your minor children.
  • Avoid Conflicts – Clear instructions can prevent disputes.
  • Support Charities – Continue your legacy by including organizations like Ronald McDonald House of the Greater Hudson Valley (RMHGHV).

Simple Steps to Get Started

  1. List Your Assets – Include property, bank accounts, investments, and valuable items.
  2. Check Beneficiaries – Confirm your life insurance and retirement accounts are up to date.
  3. Choose an Executor – Select someone you trust to carry out your wishes.
  4. Review Regularly – Update every few years or after major life events.
  5. Get Help – Consult a lawyer or use a reputable estate planner online will service.

Leave a Lasting Legacy

You can designate a portion of your estate—any percentage you choose—to RMHGHV. This ensures your kindness and generosity live on, supporting families when they need it most. For more information on planned giving contact Luke Dougherty ldougherty@rmhghv.org.

Gift Options

From bequests to donor- advised funds, learn about the options available to you when making a planned gift to Ronald McDonald House of the Greater Hudson Valley, to meet your financial and philanthropic goals. If you have any questions regarding gifts you are considering and require more information, please call (914) 493 – 6455, or email us at ldougherty@rmhghv.org, or fill out the following form.

Bequest and Estate Gifts

Bequest and estate gifts provide a flexible, tax-efficient way to support RMHGHV’s future without affecting your current cash flow.

Non-Cash Assets

Non-cash assets, including stocks and real estate, provide an impactful way to support our House mission beyond monetary donations.

Other Types Of Gifts

Making a cash gift, establishing a donor-advised fund, or setting up a charitable lead trust provides impactful ways to support our House mission while benefiting from tax advantages.