Ways to Give

Support is needed to keep
The Nebraska Masonic Home strong

Ways to Give

Support is needed to keep The Nebraska Masonic Home strong

The Nebraska Masonic Home has been made possible by the generosity of people like you!

Steven R. Barchus

Foundation Director

Phone: (402) 296-7334
Fax: (402) 296-7319
sbarchus@nemh.net

Since we opened our doors in 1903, there has been an outpouring of support by generous donors like you.  These donations allow us to continue our mission of being the best continuing care retirement community in Nebraska.

The obligations Masons take when becoming a Mason are to help, aid and assist their distressed worthy brothers, their widows, and orphans.  This is real and the need never goes away.

With your help, we can honor the obligations we took and be able to provide gracious assisted living, and quality long term care to our brothers, sisters and friends.

Reasons for giving are as varied as the people who give.  Many of us feel a need to improve the lives of people around us.  Every gift sent to us, no matter how large or small, helps us maintain this grand Home and provide top-notch care for our residents.  All donations make a difference and can be made by credit card through our secure online site.  For other gifts, please mail to The Nebraska Masonic Home Foundation at 1300 Avenue D, Plattsmouth, NE 68048. If you wish to make a planned gift through your estate and would like assistance, please feel free to contact us.

We show our appreciation for gifts received by recognizing those who support our mission as members of The Caring Club, The George W. Lininger Society, or as The Tree of Life Donors.

Thank you again for making a positive impact on The Nebraska Masonic Home.  This is the true meaning of Masonry in Nebraska.

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“It is important to continue our heritage. Those who went before us have given so that we have The Foundation. Now, we have the responsibility to continue that legacy.”

Donna Hurst
Lincoln, Nebraska

“It's my duty as a Mason . . . Nebraska is my HOME state . . . I miss Nebraska.”

Frank & Shirley Hazelwood
Morgantown, West Virginia

“To visit The Home is to love it!!! It's easy to see the facility, staff and care are the best you will ever find!!”

Lowell & Mary Lou Erickson
Wausa, Nebraska

Ways to Give

Click on a section below to learn more about each

Gifts of Cash

 

Gifts of Cash: Every dollar you give outright to support The Home’s charitable work is tax deductible. Cash gifts are as easy as writing a check or using our online secure Donation Form and specifying how and where you want it used.

Caring Club: A cumulative gift of $250 or more made from September 1st through August 31st entitles you, the donor, to be recognized as a member of The Caring Club.

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Assets, Wills & Beneficiaries

 

Gifts by Will or Trust: You can name The Foundation to receive assets in the future from your estate. These gifts do not change your current lifestyle and leave your current financial planning unchanged. These gifts take effect only after your other obligations have ended.

Gifts from Retirement Funds: You can name The Nebraska Masonic Home Foundation as a beneficiary of your 401K, IRA or other type of retirement account. This will avoid the potential double taxation of the estate tax and income tax that your heirs would pay.

Gifts of Appreciated Assets: Transfer stocks, bonds or mutual funds that have appreciated in value to The Nebraska Masonic Home Foundation. The Foundation then sells your appreciated assets and uses them to further its Mission. You receive an income tax charitable deduction based on the fair market value of the asset on the date of transfer no matter what you paid for it.

Gifts of Real Estate: The Foundation will also accept gifts of real estate under certain circumstances.

Bank Accounts and CDs: Though not considered appreciated assets, bank accounts and certificates of deposit can also be easily transferred to The Foundation.

Gifts of Life Insurance: The use of life insurance policies to make your gift to support the residents can be done without having to reach for your checkbook. Simply name The Foundation as a beneficiary of an existing policy. You continue to pay the premium to enhance the endowment fund; name The Foundation as a Beneficiary of a group term life insurance policy or assign your annual dividends on your policy to The Foundation.

Charitable Trusts

 

The use of charitable trusts can provide income to you plus an income tax deduction. Please consult with your tax preparer or attorney for assistance.

Charitable Remainder Unitrust: Securities or other appreciated assets are transferred to a Unitrust. A percentage of the principal is paid to The Foundation until the trust terminates. At that time the remaining principal is paid to The Nebraska Masonic Home Foundation.

Charitable Reminder Annuity Trust: Securities and other appreciated assets are transferred to the Annuity Trust. The Trust pays a fixed rate of income to you or to your beneficiaries. When the trust terminates, the remaining principal is paid to The Nebraska Masonic Home Foundation.

You will receive income for life or a specified number of years with the Unitrust and Annuity Trusts.

Charitable Lead Trust: Securities and other appreciated properties are transferred to the Lead Trust. The Lead Trust pays the income to The Nebraska Masonic Home Foundation for a specified period of time. The remaining principal is paid to your heirs.

The Tree of Life

 

The Tree of Life permits you the donor to make a $2,500 or larger gift and add a leaf or base stone to the tree. The gift can be made in honor or memory of someone or as an expression of gratitude.

Funds from The Tree of Life are placed in an investment account and restricted for partial or fully subsidized payment for the monthly Resident Service Fee of those residents whose funds have been depleted.

George W. Lininger Society: By naming The Nebraska Masonic Home as a beneficiary of a planned gift in your estate plan you will become a member of the George W. Lininger Society. Letting us know you have done this allows us to personally thank you and to recognize your generosity. You will be an inspiration to others!

DONOR SPOTLIGHT

Dave Knutson, Omaha, NE

EEK! I turned 70 this year. What is my future? Answer: Planning! Since my retirement, I wanted to move forward and enjoy life and not be a burden to my children. I have been involved with The Masonic Home since the mid 70’s and am honored to serve on the Board of Trustees. My commitment to The Home became a reality when my mother was a resident. What a great experience for her and my family for her to receive care in an enjoyable environment. The Nebraska Masonic Home is in my future, and I ask my brother Masons and family for The Masonic Home to be in your plans.

Foundation Staff

We’re here to help should you have questions,
and when you are ready to give!

Steven R. Barchus

FOUNDATION DIRECTOR

Phone : (402) 296-7334
sbarchus@nemh.net

Lisa Davis

MARKETING COORDINATOR

Phone : (402) 296-7336
ldavis@nemh.net

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