leave a Lasting Legacy

By designating SR³ as a beneficiary in your life insurance policy, bank account, investment account, retirement plan, donor-advised fund, or in your will, you’ll leave a meaningful legacy of commitment to rescue and protect marine mammal wildlife for many years to come. Become a member of our Blue Legacy Circle and receive exclusive opportunities to see the impact of your visionary support.

By consulting with your attorney or financial planner, you can learn more about how these gifts could reduce your tax bill while also doing incredible good for marine animals and their ocean home.

 

You’re Invited to Join the Blue Legacy Circle

If you choose to leave a gift of any size to SR³ in your estate plan, you will become a member of our Blue Legacy Circle.

The Blue Legacy Circle was formed to recognize those who have made this special commitment to protect marine health for future generations. Members will enjoy exclusive benefits, such as:

  • Attendance at a release celebration to witness the joy of an animal you helped return to the wild.

  • Private behind-the-scenes tour of SR³’s SeaLife Rescue Center in the Des Moines, Washington marina.

  • Invitations to exclusive events where you will have a chance to learn more about marine conservation issues from our experts in the field.

 

Legacy Options to Explore

There are many ways to protect marine wildlife through your estate plan! This can include:

  • Leaving a specific bequest to SR³ in your will (see sample language below).

  • Making SR³ a beneficiary or partial beneficiary of your life insurance policy or retirement plan.

  • Making SR³ a beneficiary or successor of your checking or savings account.

Your estate planning professional will be able to advise you on what legacy giving can look like for you.

 

Sample Bequest Language

If you are in the estate planning process, here is brief sample bequest language that may assist you and your attorney:

“I give to SeaLife Response, Rehabilitation and Research, a nonprofit corporation currently located at 22650 Dock Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198, federal tax identification number 45-1491069, [list percentage of the estate, specific dollar amount, or description of property here] for its unrestricted use and purpose.”

If you have already designated a planned gift to SR³, thank you! It would be so helpful if you would fill out our confidential form for our records.

 

Connect With Us

If you have questions or need help during your estate planning process, please contact Scott Fraser, Esq., Senior Giving Officer by phone at: 323-377-8973, or via email by clicking the button below. We would love to hear from you and are happy to help!