Example:
Each year, Jamie makes an gift of $500 to Baystate Health Foundation to support Baystate Children’s Hospital. By creating a gift of $10,000 in their will or through a beneficiary designation, Jamie ensures their generosity continues forever.
Baystate Health Foundation will invest the $10,000 gift into the endowment, distributing a small percentage (equaling their yearly gift) to support Baystate Children’s Hospital. The rest will be invested, allowing Jamie’s commitment to bring the best care to young patients for generations to come. Over time, the fund will grow, and the annual distribution will grow too.
| If your annual gift is: | You can make it a “forever gift” with*: |
|---|---|
| $50 | $1,000 |
| $125 | $2,500 |
| $500 | $10,000 |
| $1,250 | $25,000 |
| $2,500 | $50,000 |
Create a Tribute to a Loved One:
If a “forever gift” is $25,000 or more, donors can even create a named endowment after a loved one or someone they wish to honor or thank. For instance, Jamie may celebrate their late mother by creating:
The Avery Green Memorial Endowment for Baystate Children’s Hospital.
Interested in exploring how you might make a lasting impact by creating a forever gift? We’re here to help! Reach out to Kylie Johnson at 413.794.7789 or Kylie.Johnson@BaystateHealth.org to learn more and explore ideas. All inquiries are confidential, and gifts of all sizes make a difference.
*As of 3.10.24. Distribution rates from the endowment may change over time to ensure a steady, reliable source of income toward the purpose the gift supports.