Make Your Legacy Loud and Clear
You don’t need to be a millionaire to plan for the future. Everyone can build a legacy: make yours with FreeWill and save lives along the way. Your legacy gift empowers HARP to continue:
- Providing food, shelter, and medical care to homeless companion animals and injured wildlife.
- Educating communities on animal care and welfare.
- Providing affordable food and medical care for pets of families in need.
What is the best plan for me?
There are so many ways to leave your legacy. Maximize your impact by finding the plan that best suits your needs and interests. Explore giving opportunities below or contact Angel Barker at abarker@humaneanimalrescue.org
Gifts In Your Will
To start your plans and help HARP save domestic and wild animals for years to come, you can use FreeWill, an online tool that guides you through the process of creating your will or trust. It’s easy to use, accessible online, and can be completed in 20 minutes. You can use this resource on its own, or use it to document your wishes before finalizing your plans with an attorney.
Have you already included a gift in your will or trust? Please fill out this form to let us know so we can update our records and show our appreciation.
For more information, contact Angel Barker at abarker@humaneanimalrescue.org
Non-probate Assests
Do you have an IRA, 401(k), life-insurance policy, or any other non-probate assets not included in your will? If so, these are called non-probate assets and you must plan for them separately.
Use this online tool from FreeWill to make your plans and designate HARP as a beneficiary of one or more of these assets to help save the lives of domestic and wild animals for years to come.
Need more information? Contact Angel Barker at abarker@humaneanimalrescue.org
Legacy Society
When you add Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh to your will or estate plans, you become a member of the Legacy Society, a special group of animal lovers who have committed to leaving their legacies to HARP. Members of this group receive exclusive benefits, including recognition, invitations to special events, insider communications and access to our pet guardianship program to ensure pets that outlive you are cared for and loved!
Anyone can become a member of the Legacy Society, regardless of income or wealth. To learn more, contact Angel Barker at abarker@humaneanimalrescue.org
Finding a Home for Your Pets
Pets are as much a part of the family as people. When it comes to your pet’s future, give yourself peace of mind with Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh’s Pet Guardianship Program. Similar to guardianship of children, pets should be provided for in your will or living trust. By designating HARP as the guardian or recipient of your pet(s), you not only ensure that your love for them lives on but also secure for them a future full of the love and care they need to live happy, healthy lives.
When providing for pets in your will or estate, be sure to:
- Be specific: include pet(s) by name, age and breed, and recipients(s) by their full legal name.
- Provide a copy of your pet(s)’ complete medical records to the designated caregiver or recipient.
- Provide description of your pet(s)’ behavioral history, likes and dislikes, and any distinguishing characteristics.
Questions? Contact Angel Barker at abarker@humaneanimalrescue.org
