"I want the money used to support self-sufficiency rather than dependency. The last thing I want is for the fruits of my labor to deprive our grandchildren of achieving their own dreams."

Are you leaving the legacy you want? 
What will your loved ones and future generations know about you, or will they only know about the material things you leave behind? You have much more than money to leave your family and this world.

US Bank sponsored a Community Foundation seminar in November 2008 to speak to fund holders and area professional advisors on the importance of crafting an Ethical Will—a personal legacy document to pass down through generations. Speaker Susan Turnbull’s presentation helped our guests learn about converting the value of one’s life into future value for generations to come.

What is an Ethical Will?
Ethical wills pass on the personal part of you and your decisions and thoughts.

While what we think about leaving to the next generation is often our financial and material wealth, our wealth is much, much more than money. Our wealth is also our history—and our intention behind our actions.

Consider this: just as failing to leave a legal will puts others in charge of distributing your assets, failing to leave an ethical will leaves others in control of your legacy. Will they represent you to future generations better than you could represent yourself?

Are you interested in creating your ethical will?
The Community Foundation of Western Nevada is able to help. Download our simple guide An Ethical Will or call 775-333-5499 and ask for this free guide that explains the steps for creating your own legacy document.

Talk with your family. Then, talk with us. Your bequest will literally change the future