- March 13, 2012
Second Wind
Cathy Thomas from the American Cancer Society will be the guest speaker. - March 26, 2012
Smithsburg Middle School Music Department Benefit Concert
The Smithsburg Middle School Music Department is holding a Benefit Concert on March 26th and they have chosen Hospice of Washington County to receive the proceeds from the concert! - April 01, 2012
Kass Scholarship Deadline - April 10, 2012
Second Wind
Jeri Lynch from Donate Life will be the guest speaker. - April 21, 2012
HWC 5K Walk/Run
"Nothing can prepare you for losing a loved one, but with the guidance and support from people who truly care helped me to get through one of the toughest times in my life. My family cannot thank Hospice enough for taking the burden off of us so we could enjoy the last few months laughing and crying with Mom."
Leave A Legacy
Supporting our Mission Today, Tomorrow and in the Future.
Gifts of Cash: Cash gifts are as easy as writing a check. You may drop off or mail your gift made payable to Hospice of Washington County, Inc. at 747 Northern Ave, Hagerstown, MD 21742.
Gifts of Appreciated Securities: Giving appreciated stock is an excellent way to support hospice programs. This type of gift usually qualifies not only for an income tax deduction associated with all charitable gifts, but also eliminates capital gains tax. For stock gift instructions please contact Cheryl Brown, HWC’s Director of Development at 301-791-6360.
Bequests: Naming Hospice of Washington County, Inc. in your will may enable you to make a significant contribution and leave a legacy.
When you decide to make a bequest to Hospice of Washington County, Inc., the following language may be useful to your attorney.
You may make a bequest to Hospice of Washington County, Inc. in your will itself or by adding a codicil to your present will. Bequests to Hospice of Washington County, Inc. may be of cash, securities, or other property. Bequests of all sizes are welcome, whether they are outright, contingent, or residual.
Specific Bequest – “I give Hospice of Washington County, Inc., Hagerstown MD 21742, the sum of $________ [to be used by that organization for its general purposes or you may specify the purpose].”
Purposes may include: Grief & Bereavement Programs
Staff Development & Education
Kass Endowed Scholarship Fund
Benevolent Care
Initiatives in Coast Hospice, Mombasa, Kenya
Naming an Endowment – minimum required
Residual Bequest – “I give Hospice of Washington County, Inc., Hagerstown MD 21742, _____ percent of the residue of my estate [to be used by that organization for its general purposes or you may specify the purpose].”
Contingent Bequest – “In the event that ____________________ predeceases me, I give Hospice of Washington County, Inc., the sum of $ _____ (or, alternatively, ______ percent of the residue of my estate) [to be used by that organization for its general purposes or you may specify the purpose].”
Life Insurance Gifts: An often-overlooked asset that can be used to fund a gift is life insurance. You can name Hospice of Washington County, Inc. beneficiary of a policy that is no longer needed for its original purpose or you can buy a new policy for HWC’s benefit.
Charitable Gift Annuity: In addition to a tax deduction, this type of gift also guarantees you a fixed income for life, partially tax-free. The dollar amount that you will receive is determined by your age and the age of any other beneficiary you name at the time of the gift.
We’re prepared to work with you and your attorneys or financial consultants to assist with philanthropic interests. Please contact Cheryl Brown, Development Director at 301-791-6360 cabrown@hospiceofwc.org
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