The ability to serve all those in need, and to expand necessary services, is dependent to a great degree on private contributions. Funds raised through Legacy of Love will be used to support and expand the organization's vital programs now and in decades to come, thus carrying out The Arc's lifetime commitment. Planned gifts are used exclusively for the benefit of the men, women and children receiving services from The Arc, and are tax deductible to the fullest extend of the law. They may come from several sources. Outright gifts may be made by parents, grandparents, other family members, friends, business, foundations and other organizations.
Appreciated stocks are an excellent way of contributing to the Legacy of Love program.
Using securities that have appreciated in value permits the donor to deduct the full market value while avoiding taxes on the unrealized profits. Memorial gifts may be given to honor the memory of a loved family member or friend in perpetuity. They can also be designated to make a special occasion, such as the birth of a child or a wedding anniversary. Wills and bequests are a sound way of contributing to Legacy of Love , often with considerable tax advantages. Insurance policies can designate The Arc of Orleans County as the beneficiary.