Leaving a legacy is about more than just the assets we accumulate in our lifetime; it’s about the impact we have on future generations. Legacy giving allows individuals to make a lasting contribution to causes they care deeply about, ensuring their values and passions endure beyond their lifetime. For those with a heart for supporting vulnerable children and families, leaving a legacy gift to Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina (BCH) is a powerful way to create positive change for years to come.
Why Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina?
BCH has been serving children and families in need for over 139 years, providing loving homes, education, and support to those facing difficult circumstances. With a mission to “share hope and change lives,” BCH offers a wide range of services, including:
Residential care
Foster care
Adoption
Family support
Homes for special needs adults
Ministry to senior adults
Our commitment to meeting the holistic needs of children and families sets us apart as a trusted and respected organization in North Carolina and beyond.
Making a Legacy Gift
There are several ways individuals can leave a legacy gift to BCH, each offering unique benefits and opportunities for impact:
Bequests Include BCH in your will or trust, designating a specific amount, percentage, or asset to support their mission.
Life Insurance Name BCH as a beneficiary of your life insurance policy. This allows for a significant impact with minimal upfront cost, and premiums may be tax-deductible.
Retirement Accounts Designate BCH as a beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), or other retirement accounts. This provides tax benefits while supporting our work.
Charitable Remainder Trusts
Donate assets to BCH while retaining income for yourself or loved ones during your lifetime.
Real Estate and Securities
Gifts of appreciated assets like real estate or stocks can provide substantial support to BCH while offering tax advantages for the donor.
Impact and Legacy
By leaving a legacy gift to BCH, individuals can make a profound difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families for generations to come. Legacy gifts provide:
Stable homes for children in need
Educational opportunities
Essential support services
These gifts ensure BCH can continue their vital work far into the future. Supporting BCH reflects values of compassion, hope, and transformation, leaving a lasting legacy of love and care.
How to Get Started
For more information on Planned Giving, please contact our Senior Director of Development and Planned Giving, Jody Yopp, at jyopp@bchfamily.org, or call and leave a message at 1-704-314-5291.
Written by Jody Yopp, BCH Senior Director of Development and Planned Giving