Make a Future Gift to Samaritans
Help people find hope and connection for years to come by supporting Samaritans in the future, through a bequest or legacy gift.
When Monica Dickens founded Samaritans in 1974, she had a vision that everyday people can help prevent suicide with compassionate listening. We have grown our work significantly since then, reaching more than 100,000 people each year, while continuing to stay true to her ideals.
Join the Monica Dickens Legacy Society to ensure that this lifesaving work continues for generations to come, helping us create a world without suicide.
Your legacy will help ensure that Samaritans is always here, offering connection, compassion, and hope.
“We personally know the struggles of people we love with mental health challenges and depression, and we’re thankful that Samaritans is there for them. We’re blessed to be in a position to help their great work in our community during our lifetimes, and through our bequest.”
Mark & Grace Sullivan
Monica Dickens Legacy Society Members
How to Make a Planned Gift to Samaritans
There are several simple and meaningful ways to make a planned gift, no matter your age or income level. See below for an introduction to different charitable giving strategies, including some of the financial and estate-planning issues associated with them. Determine which giving method works best for you and your family, then connect with Samaritans to let us know your decision.
Include Samaritans in Your Will or Trust
A bequest is one of the most common legacy gifts. You can designate a specific amount, a percentage of your estate, or a particular asset to Samaritans.
Outright Bequest I give, devise and bequeath $###, XX% or [name specific asset] to Samaritans, Inc., a 501(c)(3) charitable corporation (Tax ID number 04-2643466) with offices at 41 West Street, 4th Fl. Boston MA 02111.
Contingent Bequest or Trust Gift In the event of the death of any of the beneficiaries, I give, devise and bequeath XX% of the rest, residuary and remainder to Samaritans, Inc., a 501(c)(3) charitable corporation (Tax ID# 04-2643466) with offices at 41 West Street, 4th Fl. Boston MA 02111.
Name Samaritans as a Beneficiary
You can name Samaritans as a full or partial beneficiary of:
- A retirement account (IRA, 401(k), 403(b))
- A life insurance policy
- A bank or brokerage account
These gifts are often easy to arrange – simply request a beneficiary form from your provider and list Samaritans, Inc. as the beneficiary.
Give Through Your Retirement Account
Make a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) from your retirement account. If you’re 70½ or older, you may make a tax-free gift directly from your IRA to Samaritans. This can satisfy all or part of your required minimum distribution (RMD).
We Can Help You Navigate Legacy Giving
You can make a lasting decision by including Samaritans in your estate plans. Choosing to include us in your estate plans is a deeply personal decision. If you’re considering a legacy gift, we’d be honored to speak with you. We can work directly with you or your financial advisory to ensure your intentions & maximize impact.
Annuities & Trusts
Annuities and trusts offer tax advantages for you and your heirs and can provide income and support for yourself or a designated beneficiary. Talk with your attorney or financial planner about the tax advantages and income producing options that make sense for you.
Examples include:
- Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT) – a tax-advantaged vehicle that enables you, as donor, to give to Samaritans, diversify assets and receive annual payouts.
- Charitable Lead Trusts – You would fund the trust, preferably with an asset expected to appreciate; Samaritans receives a fixed annual payout from the trust; and the remainder goes to your beneficiaries at the end of the payout term.
Charitable Gift Annuity – a special type of agreement designed to provide you with the benefits of a traditional annuity while giving the underlying asset to Samaritans.
Finalize Planned Giving
Once you have determined which legacy giving method is right for you, follow these steps to communicate your wishes:
- Seek the advice of your financial or legal advisor.
- Ensure that you have accurately listed our legal name and federal tax ID in your plans:
Let Us Know Your Intentions
If you’ve already included Samaritans in your plans, please let us know so we can acknowledge your generosity appropriately.
Legal name: Samaritans Inc
Address: 41 West Street 4th Floor Boston MA 02111
Federal tax ID number: 04-2643466
Your Legacy Saves Lives
Each legacy gift to Samaritans extends a lifeline. You help us answer more crisis calls, support more loss survivors, and expand suicide prevention efforts across communities.
Together, we can build a future where fewer lives are lost to suicide, and more people find hope.
This information is not legal or tax advice. We recommend that you talk with an attorney and/or financial planner about including Samaritans in your estate plan.
Monica Dickens Legacy Society
“Samaritans and SafePlace have been my lifeline. They taught me to grow and how to accept losing Edward. Leaving a bequest in my will is a wonderful way that I can give back — and help others avoid this terrible loss.”
Donalda
Monica Dickens Legacy Society member
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