Generosity brings happiness at every stage of its expression. We experience joy in forming the intention to be generous. We experience joy in the actual act of giving something. And we experience joy in remembering the fact that we have given.

Planned giving is a beautiful way to express your faith, gratitude, and hope for the future. Through thoughtful planning, you can ensure that the mission of the Blue Lotus Meditation and Mindfulness Center continues to thrive for generations to come.

Planned giving is the process of making a future gift to the Blue Lotus Meditation and Mindfulness Center through your financial or estate plans. 

Unlike regular donations, these gifts are often arranged in advance and come from assets—not just income.  

 Here are some of the most common ways you can make a planned gift:

• Bequest in a Will or Trust
  Include a gift to the Blue Lotus Meditation and Mindfulness Center in your will or trust. This is the most common and simplest way to give.
   
• Retirement Accounts (IRA, 401(k), etc.)
  Name the Blue Lotus Meditation and Mindfulness Center as a beneficiary on your retirement account. It’s easy and often tax-smart.
   
• Life Insurance
  You can name Blue Lotus Meditation and Mindfulness Center as a beneficiary of your policy or donate a policy you no longer need.
   
• Real Estate or Property
  Gifts of property, land, or valuable assets can make a lasting difference.
   
• Charitable Gift Annuities or Trusts
  These allow you to support the Blue Lotus Meditation and Mindfulness Center while also receiving income during your lifetime.

1. Talk with your financial advisor or attorney.
   They can help you choose the right planned gift for your situation.
    
2. Use this sample language for a bequest:
    “I give and bequeath to [Your Church Name], a nonprofit religious organization located at [Address], the sum of $______ or _____% of my estate for its general purposes.”
    
3. Let us know.
   If you’ve included the church in your plans, we’d love to thank you and invite you to our Legacy Society (optional: insert church legacy society name if applicable).

If you have questions or would like to talk to someone confidentially, please contact us directly