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Leave a lasting legacy in Kennebec County.
The United Way of Kennebec Valley (UWKV) Legacy Society is comprised of individuals who demonstrate extraordinary forethought and generosity to ensure the ongoing health and well-being of people in our communities.
In 2025, UWKV is proudly celebrating its 70th anniversary — a milestone built on decades of community impact. As we honor our past, we’re looking to shape the future by securing 70 commitments to our Legacy Society.
Join us in the “70 for 70th Challenge” by making a planned gift or a one-time cash contribution of $250 or more by December 31, 2025.
With 1 in 3 people in Kennebec County relying on support from United Way, Legacy Society members help us generate ongoing positive impacts across Kennebec County. Together, we can build a stronger, healthier community, give all children equal opportunities, and improve financial stability for everyone — for generations to come.
Leave a lasting legacy in Kennebec County.
The United Way of Kennebec Valley (UWKV) Legacy Society is comprised of individuals who demonstrate extraordinary forethought and generosity to ensure the ongoing health and well-being of people in our communities.
Through outright gifts to the United Way endowment, or through deferred gift commitments to UWKV or its endowment, Legacy Society members plant seeds of kindness that will improve lives for generations to come. In addition, planned gifts can provide significant financial and tax benefits for you and your family.
WAYS TO GIVE
Bequest
A bequest is one of the easiest gifts to make. With the help of an attorney, you can include language in your will or trust specifying a gift to be made to UWKV as part of your estate plan, or you can make a bequest using a beneficiary designation form.
IRA Charitable Rollover
An IRA rollover allows people 70 ½ years of age and older to reduce their taxable income by making a gift directly from their IRA. This allows taxpayers to donate up to $100,000 from their IRAs each year without having to treat the withdrawals as taxable income.
Stocks & Bonds
Gifts of appreciated stock may provide you with significant tax benefits, including an income tax deduction for the fair market value of stock, and the elimination of capital gains taxes due if the stock were sold instead.
Retirement Assets
A gift of your retirement assets, such as a gift from your IRA, 401(k), 401(b), pension or other tax-deferred plan, is an excellent way to make a lasting impact in Kennebec County.
Charitable Gift Annuity
Make a gift of cash or other assets to our organization in exchange for fixed income (with rates based on your age) for the rest of your life. There are a variety of different ways to accomplish this — please contact us for more information.
Gift of Life Insurance
A gift of your fully paid life insurance policy is a wonderful way to leave a legacy. If your life insurance policy is no longer needed or will no longer benefit your heirs, consider making a gift to help further UWKV’s long-term mission.
Real Estate
A gift of your real estate property (such as your home, vacation property, vacant land or commercial property) can make a great gift. If you own appreciated real estate, you can avoid paying capital gains tax by making a gift to UWKV.
Cash
A gift of cash to UWKV’s endowment fund is a simple and easy way for you to leave your legacy. You may be eligible to receive a charitable tax deduction that will provide you with savings on this year’s tax return.
How Will My Gift Support the Community?
United Way of Kennebec Valley invests your unrestricted gift and makes a distribution from the earnings annually. The annual distribution will support our campaign, which funds access to health, education, and financial stability across Kennebec County.
WAYS TO GIVE
Bequest
A bequest is one of the easiest gifts to make. With the help of an attorney, you can include language in your will or trust specifying a gift to be made to UWKV as part of your estate plan, or you can make a bequest using a beneficiary designation form.
IRA Charitable Rollover
An IRA rollover allows people 70 ½ years of age and older to reduce their taxable income by making a gift directly from their IRA. This allows taxpayers to donate up to $108,000 from their IRAs each year without having to treat the withdrawals as taxable income.
Stocks & Bonds
Gifts of appreciated stock may provide you with significant tax benefits, including an income tax deduction for the fair market value of stock, and the elimination of capital gains taxes due if the stock were sold instead.
Retirement Assets
A gift of your retirement assets, such as a gift from your IRA, 401(k), 401(b), pension or other tax-deferred plan, is an excellent way to make a lasting impact in Kennebec County.
Donor Advised Fund
Make a gift of cash or other assets to our organization in exchange for fixed income (with rates based on your age) for the rest of your life. There are a variety of different ways to accomplish this — please contact us for more information.
Gift of Life Insurance
Naming UWKV as a beneficiary or gifting a fully paid life insurance policy are two impactful ways to create a legacy.
Real Estate
Gifts of appreciated real estate (such as your home, commercial property, vacation property, or vacant land) can help avoid capital gains tax while creating a large impact on the community.
Cash
Become a Legacy Builder by making a cash gift today for United Way of Kennebec Valley to invest for tomorrow.
Current Legacy Society Members
Alissa M. Boynton
Charlene Bridge
Norman & Teresa Elvin
Rob & Cathy Gordon
Anonymous, in memory of Mildred DeBoer
Sue Grenier
Mark & Judy Johnston
Warren & Donna Kessler
John Tyler
Anonymous
Realized Legacy Supporters
Arthur Redmond
Stanley Kanzy
Carolyn M. Langer
John Bridge
David & Kaye Flanagan
70th Anniversary Legacy Builders
Timothy & Tracey DiBenedetti
Greg & Melanie Lajoie
Joe & Brittany Lajoie
Michael & Carolyn Nielson
Deb & Syd Sewall
Lauren Turcotte
Let us help with your plans.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR GIVING PLANS
Creating a legacy gift for United Way is a meaningful opportunity to leave a lasting impact. It’s simple, rewarding, and helps ensure continued support for those in need. Your commitment strengthens our shared mission to improve lives and build a brighter future right here in Kennebec Valley.
The IRS recognizes United Way of Kennebec Valley as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our federal tax ID number is 01-6004404.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR GIVING PLANS
Your gift to UWKV can make a meaningful impact on our mission. If you have included or are considering including a gift to UWKV as part of your estate plan or in the form of another gift, please let us know.
We would like to recognize you for your support.
