Planned Giving
Leave a lasting legacy of dignity, independence, and love.
Support Emmaus Homes
Planned giving is a simple, meaningful way to meet your financial goals while extending your values far into the future. With a legacy gift to Emmaus Homes, you provide lifelong support for adults with developmental disabilities—ensuring they continue to thrive for generations to come.
Why It Matters
For more than 130 years, Emmaus Homes has been compelled by faith to enrich the lives of individuals with disabilities through independence, inclusion, and self-advocacy. Planned gifts help us:
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Deliver consistent, quality care
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Fund vital services like assistive technology, home accessibility, and spiritual support
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Secure long-term sustainability for our mission
Your gift empowers real people to live fully—like you and me.
Outright Gifts
Cash
A straightforward way to give. Maximize your charitable deduction while immediately supporting the mission of Emmaus Homes.
Corporate Matching Gifts
Many employers match charitable contributions. When your company matches your gift of cash or securities, the matching amount is credited to your donor record, doubling your impact.
Tangible Personal Property
Donations of tangible items (such as artwork, vehicles, or collectibles) valued at $5,000 or more must include a qualified, independent appraisal.
Publicly Traded Securities
Stocks and securities listed on public exchanges (including those traded over-the-counter) are welcome as gifts or pledge payments. They are valued based on the average of the high and low trading prices on the transfer date.
Closely Held Securities
Gifts of privately held or non-publicly traded securities are accepted with a qualified, independent appraisal to determine value and credit as a charitable gift.
Real Estate
Gifts of real property can include full or partial ownership and may be made outright or with a retained life estate, allowing the donor or another beneficiary to continue using the property during their lifetime.
Limited Partnership Interests
Gifts of limited partnership interests are accepted with an independent, qualified appraisal to confirm value and secure credit for your contribution.
Gifts That Produce Income
Charitable Gift Annuity
Make a meaningful gift to Emmaus while receiving guaranteed, fixed income for life—either for yourself or up to two beneficiaries. This option can also offer significant tax advantages.
Deferred Gift Annuity
Plan ahead by deferring your annuity payments to a future date, allowing you to receive higher income later in life. Ideal for future financial needs, this gift may also provide substantial tax savings.
Charitable Lead Trust
Provide steady support to Emmaus Homes for a set number of years through trust income payments. After the term ends, the remaining assets return to you or your designated beneficiaries—offering both philanthropic impact and potential estate planning benefits.
Charitable Remainder Trusts
Create a lasting legacy while receiving income for life or a set term. After the income period ends, the remaining assets in the trust are directed to Emmaus Homes, supporting our mission well into the future.
For more information regarding planned gifts to Emmaus,
contact the Development Office at 636.534.5251 or keylisa@emmaushomes.org.
Suggested Language
For your convenience, below is the suggested language for the simplest form of planned gift, a general bequest.
*Fill in blank with dollar amount, percentage of asset or estate, or specific property you intend to give to Emmaus Homes
I give and bequeath to Emmaus Homes, Inc, a Missouri not-for-profit corporation, ________* to be used for the purposes of the organization.
Ready to Plan Your Legacy?
We’re here to help you create a gift that reflects your values and supports the people we serve, today and for years to come.
