Camp Avoda Legacy Society

"There's None that Can Compare"

Establish Your Legacy

Camp Avoda is a special place. It is a second home, a place where you grow up (yet stay young), a place that lives in your soul. An ageless brotherhood across generations. And, while for so many it seems a powerful force in our lives, the truth is, Avoda needs your support to exist.

It needs our lasting commitment to see beyond today, or next year. By joining the Legacy Society, you can make a future gift consideration to ensure that Camp is here not just for 10 or 20 more years, but for another 100 years.

Join us in ensuring a vibrant future for Avoda by making a gift in your will, trust, retirement account, or life insurance policy today. Your generosity will benefit generations of Avoda campers and staff and the Jewish community as a whole.

​​Become an Avoda Legacy Society Member 

Simply fill out the "Letter of Intent" form below.

Formalize your intent

After you sign the Letter of Intent, please consult with your professional tax advisor or financial planner to establish your financial plans. For many people, formalizing their gift can be as simple as naming Camp Avoda as a beneficiary of their life insurance policy or retirement account, or adding the following line to their will or trust: “I give and bequeath to Camp Avoda the sum of (choose one) $________ or_______% of my estate, or remainder of my estate.” Free legal support is available upon request.

LOTS OF WAYS TO GIVE
  • Bequests by Will or Living Trust: Designate either a specific dollar amount or a percentage of your estate
  • Life Insurance: Contribute an existing policy or establish a new policy, naming Camp Avoda as owner or beneficiary.
  • Retirement Account: Name Camp Avoda as a beneficiary of your account.
  • Donor Advised Fund: Recommend Camp Avoda as a recipient of gifts.
  • Life Income Gift: Gives you income and a tax deduction. Examples:
    • Charitable Gift Annuities
    • Charitable Remainder Trusts
    • Charitable Lead Trusts
  • Appreciated Investments: Give real estate, securities, mutual funds, or business interests to minimize taxes and maximize your impact.
WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE
  • A deeper relationship with Avoda
  • Special recognition in newsletters
  • Invitations to special events
  • An annual update
  • The satisfaction of knowing your legacy will make a difference for future Avodians

If you have already named Camp Avoda in your will or estate plan, please let us know so we can welcome you to the Legacy Society!

Legacy Society Honor Roll

We are extremely grateful to the following individuals who have included Camp Avoda in their estate plans. Your commitment may inspire others, making your impact even greater!

Stephen Aronson
David Bamel
Jonathan Bamel
Josh Chadajo & Natalie Salem
Mitchell & Leslie Cohen
Nate Cohen
Robbie Coppel
Louis & Karen Dennis
Mark Goldberg
Daniel Gollinger
Phil & Miriam Greenspan
Seth Jacobs
Lee R. Kaiser
Jason Kaplan
Adam Kaufman
David R. King
Edward & Rosalyn Klayman
Ariel & Rachel Levinson-Waldman
Elana & Scott MacGilpin
Sam & Hope Mirkin

Michael & Brenda Ross
Mike Roth
Laurence Rubin
Ronni Saltzman Guttin
Ken & Jill Shifman
Jim Singer
Spear Family
Derek Wade
Russell Sherman & Lisa Weitzman
Willie & Andee Wilkov
Steven Woolf

Commonly Asked Questions

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST ME NOW TO BECOME A LEGACY SOCIETY MEMBER?

By including Camp Avoda in your will, trust, retirement account, or life insurance policy, you can make a gift that costs you nothing today. You can make a gift of any amount that suits your financial needs. We’re ready to work with you and your advisors to craft a gift plan that best meets your goals and objectives.

WHAT IS THE LETTER OF INTENT?

The Letter of Intent acknowledges your pledge to include Camp Avoda in your estate plan. By signing, you will join other dedicated members of our community who deeply value the impact that camp makes in the lives of children.

WHERE WILL THE MONEY GO?

Unless otherwise designated, Legacy Society gifts will go to the Camp Avoda Trust. This sole endowment fund for camp is managed by industry-leading professionals and grows over time. Unlike current use funds, our endowment serves as long-term peace of mind against the unforeseen, and can assist in realizing future essential capital projects.   

Ultimately your gift will:

  • Make financial aid available to a growing number of families, ensuring access for children and families of all means.
  • Create opportunities for program development and expansion during the summer and throughout the year.
  • Ensure the upkeep, maintenance, and expansion of Camp’s buildings, from renovating/building new camper cabins and recreational facilities, to stewarding our beautiful grounds, forested areas, and lakefront.

Want to Learn More?

If you're not quite ready to join the Legacy Society today, click the link below to request a callback from our development team.

Request More Information

You can also feel free to email Lee Kaiser directly

Camp Avoda is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization [EIN 046002095]. Your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

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