Legacy Giving

Planned Giving & Legacy Gifts

What Legacy Will You Leave the World of Cocker Spaniels?

A Planned or Legacy Gift is one of the most meaningful ways to ensure the future health, education, and rescue of our beloved Cocker Spaniels. By including the American Spaniel Club Foundation (ASCF) in your estate plans, you help safeguard the breed you love and support the programs that protect it.

Your gift may be directed to the General Fund or designated specifically for Health Research, Education, or Rescue.

Why Consider a Planned Gift?

Leave a Lasting Legacy

If you’ve supported the Foundation throughout your life, a bequest allows your impact to continue for generations. Even if a large gift wasn’t possible during your lifetime, a planned gift ensures your love for the breed lives on.

Choose How Your Gift Is Used

You decide where your contribution goes—Health, Education, Rescue, or the General Fund. Wills are easy to update, allowing you to adjust your plans as your priorities evolve.

Potential Tax Advantages

Depending on the type of planned gift, there may be tax benefits.

  • Bequests can reduce federal estate taxes for heirs

  • Gifts may include cash or non‑cash assets (real estate, IRAs, stock)

  • Certain gift vehicles, such as charitable remainder trusts, may receive tax‑exempt status

Because tax considerations vary, donors should consult their legal or financial advisors.

Types of Planned Gifts

Planned gifts can range from simple to sophisticated. Common options include:

  • Outright gifts of cash or non‑cash assets

  • Gifts that provide income to the donor or beneficiaries

  • Trusts or structured gifts that protect assets while supporting the Foundation

Federal and state laws change over time, so it’s important to discuss these options with your attorney or investment advisor.

Join Our Legacy Members

If you are creating or updating your will, we invite you to complete a Letter of Intent and join our growing community of Legacy Members.

There are countless ways to support ASCF beyond your lifetime—each one deeply meaningful to the health and welfare of Cocker Spaniels.

To explore your interests or discuss possibilities, please contact us at:
📧 AskTheFoundation@gmail.com
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