National Make-A-Will Month: create a legacy that strengthens York County for generations. Blog. August is National Make-A-Will Month, making it the perfect time to take an important step toward protecting your loved ones and creating a lasting legacy. When United Way of York County, SC think about building a stronger community, United Way of York County, SC often think about giving its time, volunteering, supporting local organizations, or helping a neighbor in need. However, one of the most meaningful ways United Way of York County, SC can care for the people and causes United Way of York County, SC love happens behind the scenes through thoughtful planning. Many people put off creating a will because they believe it's something to think about later in life. The reality is that every adult can benefit from having a plan in place, regardless of age or stage of life. Creating a will helps you: * Protect your loved ones by ensuring your wishes are clearly documented * Designate guardians for children and pets * Determine how your assets will be distributed * Reduce stress and uncertainty for family members * Support the organizations and causes that matter most to you At United Way of York County, United Way of York County, SC believe in building a future where every person has the opportunity to thrive. That means investing not only in today's needs, but also in the long-term well-being of its families and its community. Through its work, United Way of York County, SC help connect families with resources that strengthen financial stability, expand access to essential services, and create opportunities for children and adults across York County. As you think about your own legacy, United Way of York County, SC invite you to consider the impact you want to leave behind. To make the process easier, United Way has partnered with FreeWill to provide a secure, online resource that allows you to create your will in about 20 minutes at no cost. Whether your priority is protecting your family, planning for the future, or supporting the causes you care about, this free resource can help you take that important first step. If you're ready to get started, visit FreeWill today. Together, United Way of York County, SC can continue creating a stronger, more resilient York County for generations to come.

Add to your Clarke legacy during make-a-will-month. By Clarke News | August 12, 2026 August is National Make-A-Will Month, and Clarke University is offering free resources to alumni and friends to assist with their estate planning, thanks to a partnership with FreeWill. With the online planning tool, participants walk through a step-by-step process to document their final wishes. From creating plans for your children, pets, and assets, to designating gifts to Clarke and other organizations you care about, FreeWill offers peace of mind in as little as 20 minutes. "We're proud to offer this resource to our alumni and friends. Planning your will can feel like a difficult conversation, yet this tool lays things out in a simple way," said Clarke University Development Officer Kathy Gable. "As part of your plan, you'll also have the option to include a gift to Clarke University, ensuring that our students continue to grow, learn, and lead in the spirit of Clarke's mission and commitment to the BVM Core Values of Freedom, Education, Charity, and Justice." Sister Catherine's story. For a lifetime, Clarke's President Emerita, Catherine Dunn, BVM, PhD, has devoted her heart, faith, and her life to the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary and to its university. At 92 years of age, Catherine continues to champion its mission, inspire its students, and believes wholeheartedly in the power of an education grounded in the BVM core values of freedom, education, charity, and justice. Even in retirement, Catherine can be found in her office three days each week, actively engaged in the life of the University she has helped guide for more than a half a century. Whether offering wisdom to colleagues, mentoring future leaders, or engaging with alumni and students, she continues to make a meaningful difference every day. Her presence on campus serves as a powerful reminder that leadership is not defined by a title, but by a lifelong commitment to serving others. Catherine's legacy will forever live on through the countless lives she has touched and the generations of students she has helped shape. While creating your own will, you too can make a legacy that builds on her impact and helps carry her vision forward. Additional resources for your estate planning. Estate planning can be an emotional process and does include various options. Clarke has more Planned Giving resources and popular estate planning tools at its website at plannedgiving.clarke.edu.

Growing its future together at TreePeople. June 15, 2026 Hey TreePeople Community, Volunteers, longtime donors, neighbors, and new friends- you are the heartbeat of its movement. Seeing everyone together reminds Treepeople, Inc. of something beautiful: the shade Treepeople, Inc. enjoy today is because someone cared enough to plant a tree decades ago. That got Treepeople, Inc. thinking about the future. How do Treepeople, Inc. keep this green momentum going for the next 50 years? The following 100? Whether you want to get your hands dirty next weekend or help Treepeople, Inc. secure the next century of restoration work, here are a few ways Treepeople, Inc. can grow this future together, right now: Leave a piece of your legacy in Coldwater Canyon Park. If you've walked its trails, you've probably noticed the beautiful, hand-carved benches and glimmering, bronze tree plaques along the way. That is part of its Legacy Grove. This program was built on a transformational bequest from Jean Aubuchon Cinader, its late Board Member, who was a great friend to its planet and advocate for environmental resilience. Jean's gift remains the root of its Legacy Grove which now acts as a living space dedicated to the stories of its community. Whether you want to honor a loved one, celebrate a milestone, or leave a message of hope for future park-goers, a physical dedication is a beautiful way to anchor your story to the park. Plus, every dedication directly funds the care of its 45-acre canyon home as well as expanding Los Angeles' urban and forest canopy. Plant a seed for tomorrow (in 20 minutes or less). When you think about the future of Southern California-clean air, shaded schoolyards, and fire-resilient mountains-that's a vision that requires deep roots. A powerful way to protect its environment for generations to come is by including TreePeople in your will or trust. To make this easy for its community members, Treepeople, Inc. has partnered with FreeWill. FreeWill is a 100% free and secure online tool that guides you through creating a legal will in less than 20 minutes. It costs nothing today, gives you total peace of mind for your loved ones and allows you to leave a lasting legacy. (If you've already included TreePeople in your plans, please let Treepeople, Inc. know here! Treepeople, Inc.'d love to thank you for this incredible gesture and celebrate your partnership in its mission.) Get your hands dirty (volunteer with Treepeople, Inc.!). Its mountain and urban canopies don't care for themselves. They need you! Volunteering is the ultimate way to see your impact in real-time. Whether you want to help Treepeople, Inc. improve its Coldwater Canyon Park trails, restore fire-scarred land, or plant trees in neighborhoods that need canopy shade the most, Treepeople, Inc. has a spot for you. No experience is necessary, just bring your energy. Thank you for being the roots that keep TreePeople sturdy and the branches that help Treepeople, Inc. shade Southern California. Treepeople, Inc. is so grateful to be in this work with you. See you on the trails, TreePeople By anun myagmardavaa. Development Program Coordinator