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Welcome to Legacy Planning!


A contribution to is an investment in the future.
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I received a generous charitable deduction that I used in the year of my gift and have been able to carry over the unused portion in subsequent years.
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Did you know that legacy gifts are a critical source of support for Seattle Children's? You can make a legacy gift by naming Seattle Children's as a beneficiary of your will, living trust, life insurance, or retirement plan, and through other deferred arrangements, such as gift annuities and charitable trusts.

In this website, we wish to educate you about your charitable options and the many benefits they deliver depending on your goals. We invite you to explore the various types of gifts, research and compare their benefits, and take actions to meet your personal goals.

By creating a legacy gift to benefit Seattle Children's Hospital you are making a lasting statement of your compassion for children. Watch this video and learn what motivated Phil Smart, Sr. to include Seattle Children's Hospital in his will.

Become a member of the Guardians' Circle, a growing movement of individuals whose legacy gifts help sustain our mission for generations. Meet our members and learn how they successfully combined philanthropic and tax-mitigation goals.

If you are a professional advisor, learn about the full range of services available to you and join Children's Legacy Advisors.

Visit our events and seminars page to learn about programs that educate you on the most recent advances at Seattle Children's Hospital as well as tax-wise gift planning strategies.

Interested in knowing what your estimated tax and financial benefits would be from a specific legacy gift arrangement? View a personalized illustration.

It is important to consult your personal legal and financial advisors when planning a gift. In addition, Seattle Children's Legacy Planning Team is available to answer questions that may arise in the early stages of considering various options. Contact us for more information.

Where to Begin?



This is not professional tax or legal advice. Donors must consult their tax and legal advisors regarding their specific situation.