Gifts that Save the Land
Financial and Estate Planning Ideas -- Sempervirens Fund relies on members' donations for more than 90% of the funds we use to purchase new parklands. But did you know that there are many ways to support redwood preservation than can also have special financial and estate planning advantages for you? We welcome the opportunity to discuss with you any of the ideas listed here.

Please consult with your tax advisor and financial planner for guidance appropriate for your situation.
1. Bequests -- Name Sempervirens Fund as a beneficiary in your will.
  A provision in your will for Sempervirens Fund is a simple way to help preserve the majestic coast redwood forests of the Santa Cruz Mountains. We can help with recommended language to use in drafting your will. Please contact our Director of Major Gifts for details.
2. Charitable Remainder Trust -- Create your lasting redwood legacy, save on taxes, and receive income for life.
  Sempervirens Fund can help you create a Charitable Remainder Unitrust that can allow you to save income taxes and capital gains taxes in the current year, save estate taxes in later years, and receive a guaranteed income for life. You put a portion of your assets into the trust irrevocably, and the trust invests those assets and pays you a calculated amount for the rest of your life. At your death, the trust assets are used for the charitable purposes of buying and preserving prime forest lands in the Santa Cruz Mountains. A charitable remainder unitrust works especially well for individuals and couples who are 70 years of age or more. Please contact our Director of Major Gifts for further details.
Sempervirens Fund is a nonprofit public charity meeting the requirements of IRS 501(c)(3) and the Public Benefit Corporation Law of the State of California.