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Make a Difference Now or Later
There are a variety of ways to
make a lasting contribution toward a better McHenry County and in
particular to ensure that the environment is protected for generations
to come.

Gifts and bequests are a vital
and continuing resource that strengthens the Defenders' ability to
advocate for the preservation of our natural heritage. Many donors plan
their gifts in the form of general bequests. This general support is
most helpful because it allows us to direct funds to our crucial
priorities. The aggregate of these bequests can amount to a significant
portion of the resources available for ongoing projects. However, should
you have a specific environmental project you wish to fund or endow,
that too is an option.
You can help support the work of the Defenders in the following ways:
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Increase your annual
membership dues category.
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Give an additional gift to
the Defenders each year, over and above your membership dues.
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Encourage family and
friends to join the Defenders. Consider giving gift memberships.
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Talk with others about
their gifting a memorial or gift in honor of special occasions or
persons.
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Make a bequest to the
Environmental Defenders of McHenry County in your will or trust.
(Remember, if there is no will or trust, you have no control over
the distribution of your assets.)
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Name the Environmental
Defenders as sole beneficiary in a new or existing insurance policy.
(Consult an attorney or tax advisor.)
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Transfer stocks or bonds
to the Defenders which have appreciated in value. You can deduct
their full market value as a gift, and you also avoid capital gains
tax.
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Name the Environmental
Defenders as beneficiary of all or a percent of your IRA or
retirement plan (consult an attorney or Tax advisor).
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Consider establishing a
monthly or quarterly automatic donation to the Environmental
Defenders of McHenry County . The Defenders accept PayPal, or your
bank can set up an automatic payment plan with you.
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