One way to support No Kid Hungry is through a legacy gift, ensuring kids can thrive long into the future.
Nancy understood that.
She grew up hearing stories about the Great Depression from her father. He was one of eight children growing up near Buffalo, New York. While his mother worked hard to ensure her children never went hungry, Nancy learned from him early that food on the table is not something to take for granted.
“I carry those stories with me, and they inspire me to help others,” Nancy shared.
During the 2020 pandemic, Nancy volunteered at a food pantry in Silver Spring, Maryland, helping pack food boxes for families. As the pandemic eased, she continued to see long lines of people seeking help.
“It saddened me to see that the lines weren't getting any shorter,” she shared.
After retiring, Nancy discovered No Kid Hungry through chefs on the Food Network who supported the campaign. She learned that our mission aligned with her lifelong belief that no kid should have to worry about where their next meal will come from.
When Nancy began organizing her estate plans, she wanted to create a legacy connected to those values.
Naming a charity as the beneficiary of a retirement account such as an IRA can be a great way to give. While retirement funds left to individuals may be subject to significant taxes, charitable organizations can receive the full value of the gift. Nancy chose to designate No Kid Hungry and several other nonprofits as beneficiaries of her retirement accounts, ensuring her support would continue helping others for years to come.
Earlier this year, Nancy had the opportunity to see that impact firsthand when she attended No Kid Hungry's Summer Nutrition Summit. She met community leaders, advocates and families working to ensure children have access to healthy meals.
“It’s really impressive how No Kid Hungry brings together companies, schools, organizations and community members to feed kids not only during the school year, but 365 days a year,” she said about her experience at the Summit.
Nancy’s story shows that creating a lasting legacy for kids doesn’t have to be hard. Sometimes it starts with a simple decision to include a cause you care about in your plans for the future.
Create Your Own Legacy for Kids
You can also help ensure children have the healthy food they need to thrive for generations to come.
One of the simplest ways to make a lasting impact is by naming No Kid Hungry as a beneficiary of a retirement account, donor-advised fund, life insurance policy or other financial account. In many cases, it takes only a few minutes to update a beneficiary designation form, and you don't need to revise your will.
To learn more about creating your own legacy for kids, contact Donna Batcho, Director of Planned Giving, at legacy@strength.org or visit our planned giving resources page.
The impact of your generosity can last a lifetime and beyond.
