Planned Giving
Change and save lives through the power of aviation—
today, tomorrow, and for generations to come
At Wings of Hope, your generosity fuels medical flights, supports global humanitarian aviation programs, and opens doors for students exploring STEM and aviation careers. Planned gifts ensure this life-changing work continues long into the future.
Planned giving is simple, flexible, and deeply impactful. Explore the options below to find the method that best aligns with your personal, financial, and philanthropic goals.
Bequests: Leave a Legacy of Lifechanging Impact
A bequest is one of the easiest and most meaningful ways to support Wings of Hope. By including a gift in your will or trust, you ensure that children and families receive vital medical care—even beyond your lifetime.
Common Ways to Make a Bequest
- A specific dollar amount
- A percentage of your estate
- The remainder of your estate after providing for loved ones
- Specific assets (cash, stocks, property)
Benefits
- Retain control of your assets for life
- Change or update your plans at any time
- Leave a legacy that reflects your values
Suggested Bequest Language
“I give to Wings of Hope, a nonprofit organization located in Chesterfield, Missouri, EIN 43-0909606, [% of my estate (or $ or other property)] for its general charitable purposes.”
IRA Charitable Giving: Make Tax-Wise Gifts That Change Lives
If you are 70½ or older, you can make a tax-free gift directly from your IRA—known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). These gifts support lifesaving missions today while reducing your taxable income.
Benefits
- Give up to $105,000 annually tax-free (current IRS rules)
- Reduce your taxable income
- Satisfy all or part of your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD)
- Make an immediate impact for families relying on medical transport
How to Make an IRA Gift
- Contact your IRA custodian.
- Request a qualified charitable distribution to:
Wings of Hope, EIN 43-0909606 - Notify Wings of Hope so we can thank you properly.
Another simple way to make a long-term impact is to list Wings of Hope as a primary or contingent beneficiary of your IRA. This option does not affect your finances today and may reduce taxes for your family.
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs): Simple, Strategic Giving
Your Donor-Advised Fund is a powerful tool for supporting Wings of Hope’s mission. Whether you recommend a one-time grant or set up recurring support, your DAF gift helps sustain our programs throughout the year.
Benefits
- Recommend grants at any time
- Potential tax benefits
- Simplified charitable budgeting
- Ability to designate Wings of Hope as a successor beneficiary
Why Your Legacy Matters
Every planned gift supports missions like:
- Medical Relief & Air Transport (MAT) Program: providing no-cost flights to life-changing care
- Global Partners: helping our global partners deliver medical care, supplies, and hope to communities around the world
- SOAR Into STEM: inspiring the next generation of aviation and STEM leaders
Your generosity ensures these programs continue to lift people up—now and long into the future.
We’re Here to Help
If you have questions or would like gift language or beneficiary information, we’re happy to help.
Contact:
Brittni Snidle, Director of Development and Communications
Wings of Hope
636.778.5516
Brittni.Snidle@wingsofhope.ngo
Information contained herein was accurate at the time of posting. The information on this website is not intended as legal or tax advice. For such advice, please consult an attorney or tax advisor. Figures cited in any examples are for illustrative purposes only. References to tax rates include federal taxes only and are subject to change. State law may further impact your individual results.