“We must protect the forests for our children, grandchildren and children yet to be born. We must protect the forests for those who can’t speak for themselves such as the birds, animals, fish and trees.”  

– Chief Edward Moody, Nuxalk Nation    

Planned giving ensures we can continue to serve our community today and open the door to long-term and sustainable growth that meets the needs of future generations. By including Sightline in your estate plans, you will leave an impact on your community-based on our shared values of strong communities, a green economy, and a healthy environment.  

Creative gift planning can help you leave a legacy that continues working toward creating sustainability and ensure that there are forests  for generations to come. 

 A few examples of ways to make a planned gift: 

  • Name Sightline Institute in your will. View sample bequest language (pdf) for inclusion in your will. 
  • Make Sightline Institute a beneficiary to your IRA or life insurance policy. 
  • Name Sightline Institute as the beneficiary of a charitable remainder trust. 

There are many other ways you can make a charitable gift through estate planning. If you are interested in learning more about making a planned gift, or have already included Sightline Institute in your plans, please contact Meaghan Robbins at 206-447-1880 x110. Or you can reach her via email at meaghan [at] sightline [dot] org.