Donor Stories

Learn how others have made an impact through their acts of giving to support the garden through the Dallas Arboretum Foundation.

Bequests
Bequests
Joe and Anna have been faithful supporters of our organization. They believe it is important to help further our mission.
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Beneficiary Designations to Make a Gift to the Dallas Arboretum Foundation
Beneficiary Designations to Make a Gift to the Dallas Arboretum Foundation
Joanne and her late husband Hal had been longtime supporters of our organization. Recently, Joanne's children encouraged...
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Charitable Remainder Unitrust
Charitable Remainder Unitrust
Howard and Lynn were both age 55 when they purchased some vacant land a few miles outside of town. They thought real estate would be a good investment that could be sold later for a profit.
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Charitable Reminder Trust
Charitable Reminder Trust
Peter and Gail were nearing retirement. Over the years, with the help of their financial advisor, they made solid investments in securities and built a sizable portfolio.
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Endowment Gift
Endowment Gift
Pat and Shelly were recently married. They both had been dedicated volunteers at their favorite charity for many years.
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Sale and Unitrust
Sale and Unitrust
Gene and Carol purchased stock in a small medical service company several years ago. The company has done well.
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The Retirement Unitrust
The Retirement Unitrust
Mary grew up on a farm. When her parents passed away, she and her husband Bill inherited the farm.
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Current Gifts
Current Gifts
As is the case with many families, there are times each year when Jim and Sharon focus their attention on gift giving.
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Gift of a Bank Account When No Longer Needed (POD)
Gift of a Bank Account When No Longer Needed (POD)
Keith has been a faithful supporter of Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Society, Inc. and makes regular gifts to support our work.
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Transferable on Death (TOD) Gifts
Transferable on Death (TOD) Gifts
Harold and Jeanne married after meeting at an event that the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Society, Inc. held for our donors. They wanted to leave a legacy gift...
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Bequest to Further the Garden's Good Works
Bequest to Further the Garden's Good Works
Nancy and David were dedicated volunteers. Over the years, they had seen many individuals helped by the good work of their favorite charity.
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Unspent Retirement Savings?
Unspent Retirement Savings?
Michael and Kelly were retired engineers with two adult children. They owned a home, some stocks, and IRAs.
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"Give it Twice" - Trust
"Give it Twice" - Trust
While visiting her favorite charity's website, June came across the idea of a give it twice trust. She contacted the charity for more information.
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A Bequest to Save Taxes
A Bequest to Save Taxes
Thomas was a widower who had a great love for our organization. As an individual who had directly benefited from our work, Thomas wanted to thank us with a gift from his estate.
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Charitable Lead Trusts
Charitable Lead Trusts
Ron and Kathy worked for many years building their nest egg for retirement.
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Bequest of Insurance
Bequest of Insurance
Marla and Wayne purchased a life insurance policy many years ago to create security for their children's future.
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Testamentary Charitable Remainder Unitrust: Have Your Cake and Eat it Too!
Testamentary Charitable Remainder Unitrust: Have Your Cake and Eat it Too!
We have all heard the saying "You can't have your cake and eat it too." This phrase describes a situation where we want two good things at the same time when that isn't possible.
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