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The Granger Homestead Society would be pleased and grateful to accept a donation in any amount to help us continue our work

promoting knowledge and understanding of the history of Canandaigua, New York and the surrounding region through its stewardship of the Homestead's holdings as resources for public education, use and appreciation. This purpose shall be fulfilled by preserving, maintaining and interpreting its site, structures and collections and making them available to the public for research, educational programs, and appropriate private and community functions.

The benefits of making a philanthropic gift are far-reaching. Different types of planned giving can provide for the current and future financial needs of you, your spouse and your family. For example, a charitable remainder trust (also called a lifetime income gift) allows you and your heirs an annual income that is either a fixed dollar amount or a fixed percentage for life. And all giving options allow for a variety of tax advantages.

But there are also heartfelt benefits. Through charitable planned giving, you can help instill a sense of tradition and value in your children, friends, and colleagues. The income generated by the principal of your gift can make an impact for generations to come. And an investment in people is one that continues forever.

Charitable planned giving is like any other investment that you make. You don't need to give away tremendous amounts of money to make a difference. Small well-placed gifts are effective ways to support one or more causes that you care about. Causes that reflect your values. And gifts don't have to be strictly cash. Any asset may be given such as stocks, bonds, real estate, jewelry, vehicles and so on. As a matter of fact, giving assets may offer you more tax advantages than only giving cash.

Tour, Tea and Trusts - Estate Planning 101 is a free program being offered by the Granger Homestead Society on Wednesday, June 14th from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. The program will begin with a tour of the beautiful, historic Granger Homestead Mansion, then participants will enjoy beverages and dessert and have the opportunity to hear short presentations by Jim Terwilliger, Canandaigua National Bank and Trust Vice President of Financial Planning (Maximizing wealth transfer through Planned Giving) and John R. Kennedy, Attorney (Tune-up your Estate Plan - now more than ever.) Participants will also have the opportunity to have their specific questions answered.

For more information on how you can provide for yourself and your family, and at the same time create a living legacy so that future generations can experience the important history of the Granger Homestead please contact: