Leave a Legacy of Light
You can ensure a bright, sustainable future for Texans who are blind, visually impaired, or DeafBlind by making a planned gift to the Austin Lighthouse. Your legacy will help us continue providing life-changing training, employment, and independence for generations to come.
Whether you want to make a lasting impact through your will, trust, or other giving vehicles, planned giving allows you to support a mission you care deeply about—while also fulfilling your financial goals.
Donor-Advised Funds
A donor-advised fund offers a flexible, tax-efficient way to support Austin Lighthouse. Recommend a gift to us through your DAF and make an immediate impact.
Benefits:
- Simplicity in managing charitable giving
- Potential tax advantages
- Ability to involve your family in long-term philanthropy
Wills & Bequests
A bequest is a simple way to leave a gift in your will or living trust. You can designate a specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or the remainder of your assets after other obligations.
Types of bequests:
- Specific Bequest – A particular dollar amount or asset
- Percentage Bequest – A percentage of your estate
- Residuary Bequest – The remainder of your estate
- Contingent Bequest – A gift that is made only if certain conditions are met
Charitable Trusts
Charitable trusts are powerful legacy tools that benefit you and the causes you care about. These trusts may reduce estate taxes, offer income tax deductions, and eliminate capital gains—all while creating lasting impact.
Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRT) – Provide income during your lifetime, with the remainder going to charity
Charitable Lead Trusts (CLT) – Provide income to charity for a set time, then transfer remaining assets to your heirs
Let’s Talk
Interested in leaving a legacy but not sure where to start? We’re here to help. Reach out to our development team for a confidential conversation.
📧 hello@austinlighthouse.org
📞 (512) 442-2329
Thank you for considering a planned gift to the Austin Lighthouse. Together, we can light the way for future generations.
Travis Association for the Blind (Austin Lighthouse) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 74-1143060). Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.