Charitable PlanningThe vision of Columbus Regional Health is "to be your health and wellness partner for life." Achieving this goal requires community support from individuals and families through charitable contributions to the Foundation. When planning a gift, the personal and family financial objectives are as important as the philanthropic objectives. For this reason, the Foundation is committed to ensuring funding for programs we support while providing our donors mutually beneficial giving opportunities.
Through a planned gift, individuals and families can leave a legacy of healing for our community. In the process, donors may be able to simplify financial affairs, improve cash flow, diversify their assets portfolio depended upon for income during retirement, or achieve other objectives. To learn more about our charitable planning opportunities, contact the Foundation at 812-376-5100.Memorial and Honorarium GiftsGifts in memory or in honor of a family member, friend or healthcare professional, or in recognition of a special occasion express what words alone cannot and provide important support for the Foundation. It is our policy to notify the honoree or their family that a gift has been made. The amount of your tax-deductible gift is not disclosed.Charitable Gift AnnuityThe charitable gift annuity is one of the simplest of life income gifts. In return for your contribution, and pursuant to a signed agreement, you receive a fixed amount each year for the rest of your life.Charitable Remainder TrustA charitable remainder trust is a unique arrangement that can enhance the retirement, investment, tax, and estate planning of the donor while providing future support to the Foundation. In its most basic form, the charitable remainder trust is where the person creating the trust irrevocably transfers money, stock, or other property to a trust that he or she has created. The trust arrangement directs the trustee to: