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We are thankful for those who have made an estate gift to the Geneva Foundation of Presbyterian Homes. Here are their stories.

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A Gift That Gives Back

Establishing a charitable gift annuity with the Geneva Foundation allows you to provide a gift to the area of your choosing while also receiving fixed payments for life. Helen wanted to have the fixed payments sent to her two children. This provides Helen with a tax benefit and upon her passing, a charitable benefit to the Geneva Foundation of Presbyterian Homes.

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A Faith-Based Friend Serves Many

In April 2020, an estate attorney in New York contacted the Geneva Foundation. The attorney was executing the wishes of her client

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Fulfilling a Pledge With a Charitable Gift Annuity

In a 2006 letter which accompanied a donation, Dr. Paul Hauser wrote, “Philanthropy is a connection between the residents and the charitable mission, and Betsy and I appreciate being involved and making a difference.”

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The Gina Priestley Memorial Citizenship Assistance Awards of the New Hope Scholarship Fund

One person can make a difference. This year, Gina Priestley, a former resident of The Moorings of Arlington Heights, proved it.

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Celebrating the Power of Community

In May an anonymous donor presented the Moorings New Hope Scholarship Committee with an incredible challenge! If the committee could raise $50,000 for their 2021 fundraising campaign, the donor would match all donations dollar for dollar up to $50,000.

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OUR FAMILY: Here for One Another

Presbyterian Homes is a family, and in urgent situations we—residents, volunteers and staff—come together to do what a family does best—support one another in times of need.

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Remembering Ray Western

Presbyterian Homes Lake Forest Place lost a "ray" of sunshine last year with the death of a longtime resident, consummate friend, gentleman and volunteer.

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