Join Forever Joybound and Create a Legacy of Love
Imagine a world where every animal finds a loving home, and every person experiences the joy of companionship. You can make this vision a reality by joining Forever Joybound, our esteemed legacy society. By including Joybound People & Pets in your estate plans, you will become the ultimate pet champion, changing lives long into the future.
Your legacy will:
- Empower Pets & People: Provide care, love, and shelter for animals while supporting those who love them.
- Drive Innovation: Support cutting-edge programs that address the needs of pets and families.
- Create Lasting Change: Ensure we can respond to future challenges, long after today’s work is done.
- Strengthen the Bond: Bring pets and people together, enriching lives and creating joyful memories.
As a member, you will enjoy:
- Insider updates on tremendous impact of your giving
- VIP invitations to special events and behind-the-scenes tours with the Joybound team
- Opportunity to ensure your furry family members are cared for, no matter what the future holds
- Recognition in Joybound materials – though you may choose to remain anonymous
Flexible Ways to Give
Create your legacy through:
- Wills and trusts
- IRA, retirement plan, or 401k beneficiary designations
- Life insurance policy gifts
- Real estate donations
- And more!
Your Gift, Your Choice
Designate your gift to Joybound’s area of greatest need, our endowment fund, or a specific program close to your heart.
Expert Guidance
Our dedicated Legacy Giving team is here to help you create a meaningful legacy that aligns with your values and financial goals. We offer confidential, no-obligation consultations to ensure your wishes are honored.
Contact Andrea Bell today:
Email: legacy@joybound.org
Phone: 925-296-3149
Already Paved the Way?
If you have already included Joybound in your estate plans, we would love to honor your incredible commitment! Let us celebrate your legacy of love and compassion. Contact Andrea Bell to be recognized as a founding Forever Joybound member.
Join Forever Joybound and unleash happiness for generations to come. Your support can change lives – help us make a lasting difference.
Securing Your Pet’s Future with Love – For Forever Joybound Members
When life takes an unexpected turn, Joybound can ensure that your beloved pet finds a loving home. Take Gordie, a Siamese cat with mesmerizing eyes. After his guardian’s passing, our team provided expert care and found him a purr-fect match – a gentle senior couple who cherished his regal spirit.
This is the heart of our program: No pet left behind; every companion loved.
When you enroll your pet in the program, you will have the comfort of knowing your pet’s emotional and physical well-being is protected, ensuring they will continue to be treasured and supported after you can no longer be their guardian.
Our Commitment to Excellence
“Joybound’s pet guardianship program offers an unparalleled level of care and commitment to both pets and their families. It’s a vital service for ensuring the welfare of beloved companions.”
– Dr. Wailani Sung
Apply Today and Secure Your Pet’s Future!
Sample Bequest Language
Below is sample language to leave a gift to Joybound through your will or trust.
For a residual gift:
“I give the residue (or _____% of the residue) of my estate to Joybound People & Pets, a nonprofit organization located at 2890 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598, Federal Tax ID #68-0240341, for general purposes.”
For a specific dollar amount:
“I give $__________ to Joybound People & Pets, a nonprofit organization located at 2890 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598, Federal Tax ID #68-0240341, for general purposes.”
We’re Here to Help You Meet Your Goals!
Our team would be happy to speak with you in confidence about your giving goals, with no obligation.
Name: Andrea Haas Bell, CFRE
Title :Director of Legacy Giving
Phone: 925-296-3149
Email: legacy@joybound.org
Already included us in your estate plan? Let us know
More Ways to Make an Impact
Gifts in a Will or Trust
Donations in your will or trust are (by far) the most popular type of planned gift. Learn more, or get help starting your will (for free!).
Beneficiary Designations
Gifting assets not covered by your will — like 401(k) or IRA accounts — may help your heirs avoid unwanted taxes, even if you’re below the estate tax threshold.
Popular Tax-Smart Gifts
Many people are increasingly choosing to give non-cash assets, so they can have a bigger impact at less cost to them.