Planned Giving
Create a Lasting Impact
Your generosity can shape the future. By making a planned gift to The Village, you’re investing in lasting change and helping children and families thrive for generations. We’re here to help you explore giving options that reflect your values and financial goals—many of which offer meaningful tax benefits. Once you’ve made your commitment, our team will provide ongoing support to ensure your legacy continues to make a difference.
The Village Legacy Society
The Village Legacy Society is a devoted group of donors who have named The Village as a beneficiary in their estate plans. Their generous bequests will enrich, sustain and preserve our services, establishing an enduring legacy of caring, protection and support for the children, families and adults we serve. We are honored to be the guardian of these meaningful contributions.
Members of The Village Legacy Society:
- Estate of Flora W. Arnoldi
- Mr. Brian & Mrs. Wendy Carberg
- Mrs. Francine Christiansen
- Mr. Colin & Mrs. Jeanmarie Cooper
- Mrs. Dian D. Friedman
- Mr. Larry & Mrs. Connie Gavrich
- Estate of Mary Hannon
- Mrs. Janice Klein
- Mr. Barry Lastra
- Mrs. Pamela P. Little
- Estate of Sallie Norris
- Ms. Susan Varnum Smith Rubin
- Mr. Henry R. Schwartz
- Mrs. Erika M. Smith
- Ms. Jennifer R. Walkwitz
- Mrs. Louise Wilder
- Estate of Mella Yaneski
Endowment Funds at The Village
Funds established in support of The Village’s endowment provide program support for the families we serve today and for future generations. They also generate steady and predictable income for daily operations. We are grateful to the donors who established these lasting gifts.
- Ruth E. Clark Memorial Endowment Fund
- Norbert Fried Memorial Scholarship Fund
- Diane D. and Irving J. (Irv) Friedman Family Fund
- Friends of the Family Endowed Fund
- Cynthia B. Godfrey Memorial Fund
- Betty Goumas Memorial Fund
- Kissane Family Emergency Assistance Fund
If you have any questions about endowments or would like more information on planning your contribution, please contact:
Sarah Adanti
Senior Director of Development
(860) 297-0545
[email protected]
Explore your possibilities on this website or contact Sarah Adanti, The Village’s Senior Director of Development, at (860) 297-0545 or [email protected] for your confidential consultation.
"The Village is changing people’s lives. It’s not something esoteric. It’s something very tangible."
- Colin Cooper, Village adoptee and Jeanmarie Cooper, Village board member