A Lasting Gift That Changes Lives
At the Garth Homer Society, we believe everyone deserves a life of purpose, dignity, and belonging. Since 1977, we’ve supported adults with developmental disabilities to make a life, a home, and a place in the world.
A legacy gift in your will is a powerful way to express your values — ensuring that future generations have access to inclusive housing, lifelong learning, employment, and vibrant community connection.
Why Legacy Gifts Matter
Legacy gifts are vital to our future. They allow us to:
- Expand and sustain inclusive housing like Heron House and the Centre for Belonging
- Deliver meaningful programming like ArtWorks, LifeStreams, and Pathways
- Support aging adults with complex needs through specialized care
- Ensure long-term financial strength through the Garth Homer Foundation
Your gift, no matter the size, helps create a community where everyone belongs.
How to Leave a Legacy Gift
You can make a bequest by naming either the Garth Homer Society or the Garth Homer Foundation in your will.
Sample Bequest Language
If you would like to direct your gift to a specific area (e.g., inclusive housing, the Centre for Belonging, aging supports), please contact us to ensure your wishes can be fulfilled.
Residual Bequest
I give to the Garth Homer Society, charitable registration number 107419830 RR0001, __% of the residue of my estate to be used at the discretion of its Board of Directors.
I give to the Garth Homer Foundation, charitable registration number 894269422RR0001, __% of the residue of my estate to be used at the discretion of its Board of Directors.
Fixed Sum Bequest
I give to the Garth Homer Society, charitable registration number 107419830 RR0001, the sum of $___ to be used at the discretion of its Board of Directors.
I give to the Garth Homer Foundation, charitable registration number 894269422RR0001, __% of the residue of my estate to be used at the discretion of its Board of Directors.
Designating Your Gift
If you would like your legacy gift to support a particular area of work, you can include a designation in your will. Below is sample language to share with your lawyer.
“I give to the Garth Homer Society, charitable registration number 107419830 RR0001, the sum of $[amount] (or __% of the residue of my estate), to be used to support [name of program, e.g., inclusive housing, ArtWorks, LifeStreams, services for aging adults, or the Centre for Belonging], or for a similar purpose as determined by the Society if the designated program is no longer in operation.”
This ensures the gift will be used for the intended purpose, but allows flexibility if programming changes in the future.
“I give to the Garth Homer Foundation, charitable registration number 894269422RR0001, the sum of $[amount] (or __% of the residue of my estate), to be held and used to support the long-term financial sustainability of the Garth Homer Society and its programs, in accordance with the Foundation’s purpose.”
You may also direct your gift to the Foundation’s endowment or to support a specific area of future need (e.g., inclusive housing, innovation, or capital projects). In that case:
“...to be used to establish or add to a fund in support of [designated area], or for a similar purpose as determined by the Foundation.”
We're Here to Help
We encourage you to speak with us before finalizing your designation, so we can ensure your legacy will have the greatest possible impact — now and for generations to come.
Contact:
Yvette Guigueno
Chief Advancement Officer
yguigueno@garthhomersociety.org
250-208-4238
