Planned Giving: Changing Lives for Generations to Come
Guide to creating a God-honoring will
Thank you for making the ministry of Adult & Teen Challenge possible! We deeply appreciate your commitment to helping teens and adults struggling with addiction find hope through the love of Christ.
Your Next Step
It is easy to leave a gift in your will to Adult & Teen Challenge. Leaving a gift in your will is a great way to leave a legacy. Updating or creating a will does not have to be a daunting task, in fact, it is fairly simple! Everyone should have a will and update it on a regular basis.
- To update your will, consult with an estate planning attorney or a trusted legal professional, who can guide you through the process, ensuring your changes are legally sound and accurately reflect your current wishes.
- Need further information, connect with our partners at AG Financial Solutions. They can be reached at 866-621-1787 or plannedgiving@agfinancial.org.
Changing Lives
From the simple beginning of one pastor moved to help teenage boys facing murder charges in 1958, Teen Challenge has grown to over 200 locations in the US and over 1,000 around the world. We provide a holistic model of drug and alcohol recovery. This means we are concerned with the body, mind, and spirit of those who come to our addiction recovery centers. Our vision is to see all people freed from addiction through the power of Jesus Christ.
How a Gift in Your Will Changes Lives
When you leave a gift in your will to Adult & Teen Challenge, you can be sure that it will positively impact lives, meet needs, and restore hope through the power of Christ. Many people are pleasantly surprised to discover that a gift in their will does not have to be large to make a difference. Just a small percentage of what is left after your loved ones are provided for can make an eternal impact. Is the thought of giving a gift in your will completely new to you? If so, we have compiled some important information to help you get started.
Perhaps you are reading this and you have already included Adult & Teen Challenge in your will or estate plan. If so, thank you for being such a significant part of our story. By choosing to bless us, you are paving the way for lives to be changed and setting a powerful example for your family. We would like to invite you to take a moment and recall how long it has been since you last updated your will. As life circumstances, tax laws and other factors change, it may be time to refresh your will.
Why You Need a Will
For many, a will is an expression that we are stewards or caretakers of everything we own. However, up to 70% of adults do not have an up-to-date will! Here are several reasons to create or update a will:
- Be certain that your will is a true representation of what is most important to you.
- Decide who will be the next steward of the resources entrusted to you.
- Determine who will care for your children and how your assets should be distributed.
- Help your favorite charitable organizations such as Adult & Teen Challenge.
- Enjoy peace of mind knowing that your house is in order.
- Ensure your will is relevant to changes in your family, financial situation, or tax laws.
Questions to Consider
Several supporters have decided to give a legacy gift because they see their will not as a legal document – but as an act of worship. Creating or updating your will is an opportunity to reflect on the many ways you have been blessed, and then respond with gratitude. For example, preparing a will helps you think through important questions such as:
- Does my will reflect what is important to me and my family?
- What kind of legacy do I want to leave for my children?
- How would an inheritance to my children impact their lifestyle?
- What are the beliefs and values I want to pass along to the next generation?
- Does my will reflect my love for my church and my favorite ministry organizations?