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Legacy Giving
&
Planned Donations
Your support helps protect bluebirds for generations to come.
A Legacy Of Impact
Have you considered what your legacy will be? Legacy gifts given to the Bluebird Restoration Association of Wisconsin (BRAW) will help us promote the bluebird population for years to come.
Legacy gifts can be earmarked for Nest Box Trails, Education or General Support.
How Your Legacy Gift Helps
Supports materials, predator guards, conduit, and delivery of nest boxes to trail monitors.
Funds speakers, outreach events, brochures, handouts, and the quarterly Wisconsin Bluebird newsletter.
Covers county contact work, new‑monitor support, and research to improve nest box design and placement.
Stewardship & Transparency
BRAW is committed to using every legacy gift responsibly and transparently. Funds are managed with care, reviewed by the Board, and directed to programs that directly support bluebirds and the people who monitor and protect them.
Year-End Giving Opportunity
Many supporters choose to make a legacy or planned gift at year’s end. These gifts help ensure BRAW can continue protecting bluebirds, supporting trail monitors, and expanding education efforts across Wisconsin.
How to Give
Mailing Address
Donations can be sent to:
BRAW, Inc.
9773 Vermont Church Rd.
Black Earth, Wisconsin
53515
Contact for Questions
Contact Joanie Haugen at jlhcbs@gmail.com if you have any questions and for BRAW Tax ID.
Bluebird Restoration Association of Wisconsin is a 501(c)3 organization.
Common Legacy Giving Vehicles
Charitable Bequests
Include BRAW in your will or trust with a specific amount, percentage, or remainder gift.
Retirement Accounts
Name BRAW as a beneficiary of your IRA or 401(k) to support conservation tax‑free.
Life Insurance Policies
Designate BRAW as a beneficiary or donate a paid‑up policy to support future work.
Charitable
Trusts
Use CRTs or CLTs to provide income for loved ones while supporting BRAW long‑term.
How BRAW Manages Donations
BRAW is committed to using every legacy gift responsibly and transparently. Funds are managed with care, reviewed by the Board, and directed to programs that directly support bluebirds and the people who monitor and protect them.
Charitable Bequests
Retirement Accounts
Naming a charity as the beneficiary of a traditional IRA or 401(k) allows the nonprofit to receive the funds tax-free, helping your heirs avoid heavy income taxes on inherited retirement assets.
You can name a charity as a primary or contingent beneficiary of an active policy. Alternatively, you can transfer ownership of a paid‑up policy directly to a charity, which may provide you with an immediate tax deduction.
Life Insurance Policies
Charitable Trusts
Tools like Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRTs) and Charitable Lead Trusts (CLTs) let you transfer highly appreciated assets (like real estate or stock) into a trust. This provides income streams for you or your beneficiaries, with the remainder ultimately supporting your chosen charities.
Steps to Get Started
1. Identify the Charities
Determine which causes or specific organizations you want to support and confirm their
non-profit, tax-exempt status (like a 501(c)(3) in the US).
2. Choose Your Assets
Decide whether you want to donate cash, property, or specific financial accounts based
on your overall financial strategy.
3. Consult Professionals
Work with a licensed estate planning attorney or financial advisor to legally structure the
bequest or trust, ensuring your wishes are ironclad and tax efficient.