Planned Giving

A Gift of Any Size That Outlasts You

A planned gift is a simple decision made now about what happens later. It doesn’t have to be large to matter, and there’s no deadline pushing you to decide today.

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Ways to Plan a Gift

A Bequest in Your Will.

The simplest option, a line added when you write or update your will.

A Beneficiary Designation.

Name NKC on a retirement account or life insurance policy.

A Charitable Gift Annuity.

Give now, receive income for life.

A Charitable Trust.

Best discussed with your advisor; we’re glad to be part of that conversation.

A Gift of Real Estate.

A property gift, worked out with your advisor and ours.

A Gift of Business Interest.

Comes with an advisor conversation, and it’s one we’re happy to have together.

Feedback from our community.

“I love this place and the people who work there.”

— Juliet

Common Questions

Sample Bequest Language

NKC can’t offer legal or tax advice. Please talk with your own attorney or advisor before finalizing anything.

Legal information:

  • Legal name: Rockford Community Service Center, dba North Kent Connect
  • EIN: 38-2066893
  • Address: 10075 Northland Dr NE, Rockford, MI
  • Status: 501(c)(3)

We offer a silent, opt-in way to be recognized for including NKC in your plans, entirely private if you’d rather keep it that way.

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Let Us Know You've Included Us