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Fishtown Forever

How do you make Fishtown's future part of your own?

The Soul of Leland

Janice Ball Fisher left a legacy gift to Fishtown because she and her husband, John W. Fisher, “never completely left Fishtown and Leland.”

Read Her Story

Speaking to History

Nancy and Craig Miller have put Fishtown in their plans because it’s often easier to give through a legacy gift than out of annual income.

Read Their Story

Fishtown in 750 Years

Berkley and Nancy Duck have included a bequest to Fishtown Preservation in their estate plan because they want Fishtown to remain strong far into the future.

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Planning a Gift for (Probably Much) Later

38. 68. 80. What's special about these numbers? These are the ages, on average, when we stop for a moment to plan for the future. As you've noticed already, these ages coincide with major life events: children, retirement, getting our affairs in order. Births, marriage, travel, health —any or all of these may prompt us to pause for a few moments and make some plans.

Estate Intention Notice

Beneficiary Designation Notice

You may be reading this because you are at or near a major event in your own life. We've assembled some information to help you in making your plans. This website should not be the only source you consult, of course, but we hope this will give you some guidance about where to begin.

Getting Started

These articles will help you to get started on planning for your future and for Fishtown’s.

5 Steps to Estate Planning

Planning Your Will

Some Basics about Bequests and Living Trusts

What Wording Should I Use to Make My Bequest?

Have a Retirement Plan?

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