The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.
– Pablo Picasso
What is Planned Giving?
A planned gift, also known as a legacy gift, includes bequests, trusts, charitable gift annuities, named endowments and other estate planning vehicles.
You can make a legacy gift by including United Church Homes in your estate plans. Donors who have made a legacy gift to UCH are recognized as Pillar Society members. The Pillar Society recognizes those who have remembered our communities through the use of a planned gift.
Values-Based Estate Planning
United Church Homes offers complimentary, values-based estate planning services from an expert adviser. Paul Grassmann, of Thompson & Associates, assists families or individuals monthly as they navigate practical, emotional and legal issues related to making a legacy gift. Below, Paul answers questions regarding estate planning documents and financial resources as they relate to life expectancy.
- Create Your Legacy, Part 1
- Create Your Legacy, Part 2
- Create Your Legacy, Part 3

Planning Process Testimonial
Sandy Lindahl
Testimonial from UCH Board Member and donor, Sandy Lindahl.
Make a legacy gift
For more information about making a legacy gift to United Church Homes, or to schedule an appointment with Paul Grassmann, please contact the advancement office at (740) 382-4885 or advancement@uchinc.org.
Donors Making a Difference
You can leave a legacy through planned giving! Endowments are a great way to influence the future success of senior living. Independent residents at Glenwood Community are rallying together to ensure wonderful care for future residents by starting the Glenwood Community Endowment Fund.
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