Planned Giving

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What is planned giving?

Planning for the future and creating the legacy you wish to leave is one of the most effective ways to ensure a lasting impact. Making a gift in your will or living trust, known as a bequest, can guarantee that your legacy endures. Your gift may be a specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate or the remainder after all other provisions are specified.

Planned Giving Options

At the American Cancer Fund, your support empowers us to lead the fight against cancer through research, education, and patient services. Planned giving offers you a meaningful way to contribute to our mission while achieving your personal financial and philanthropic goals. Explore the various ways you can make a lasting impact:

Car Donations

Turn your old vehicle into hope for those battling cancer. Our Car Donation program accepts cars, trucks, motorcycles, and boats—running or not.

  • We'll Guide You Through Every Step: From arranging a free pick-up to handling all the necessary paperwork, we're here to make the process seamless.
  • Easy Process: Visit the vehicle donation page to start the process, and we'll take care of the rest.
  • Tax Benefits: Your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
  • Environmental Impact: Recycling your vehicle reduces waste and supports a worthy cause.

Fund the Fight

Join us in funding groundbreaking research and vital patient support services.

  • Direct Impact: Your financial contributions go straight to programs that need it most.
  • Flexible Giving: Choose one-time or recurring donations that fit your budget.
  • Memorial Gifts: Honor a loved one by funding the fight in their name.

FreeWill & Bequests

Everyone should make a will or living trust, regardless of wealth. Having a plan in place ensures that your agents and loved ones know your wishes and saves them the stress of costly court proceedings.

As a thank you for being a friend of American Cancer Fund in partnership with the American Cancer Association, FreeWill is delighted to help you create your legal will. It’s 100% free to you, and most people finish in 20 minutes or less.

Advocate and Support

Be the voice for those who can't speak. Advocate for policies and support systems that aid cancer patients.

  • Community Engagement: Participate in local events and awareness campaigns.
  • Policy Influence: Join local organizations or advocacy networks to influence cancer-related legislation.
  • Volunteer Opportunities: Offer your time and skills to support our initiatives.

Estate Planners

We collaborate with estate planning professionals to help donors integrate charitable giving into their financial strategies.

  • Expert Assistance: Our partners work with your advisors for seamless planning.
  • Customized Solutions: Create a plan that meets your philanthropic and financial goals.
  • Confidential Consultations: Discuss your options with no obligation.

Charitable Gift Annuity

Support our mission while securing fixed income payments for life through a Charitable Gift Annuity.

  • Stable Income: Receive regular payments at attractive rates.
  • Immediate Tax Benefits: Qualify for a partial income tax deduction.
  • Enduring Impact: After your lifetime, the remaining funds support our cause.

Your generosity fuels our mission to eliminate cancer and ease the journey for those affected. For personalized assistance or more information on planned giving, contact our Executive Director or CFO at (908) 431-9800

or write to us at:
American Cancer Fund
PO Box 7262
Hillsborough, NJ 08844

Join The Fight Against Cancer

Your donation fuels breakthrough research and supports those affected by cancer. Together, we can make a lasting impact.