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Planned gifts help generous individuals make larger gifts than they could make from their income. While some planned gifts provide a life-long income to the donor, others use estate and tax planning techniques to provide for charity and other heirs in ways that maximize the gift and/or minimize its impact on the donor's estate.
Wills & Bequests
3 brochuresYou've Heard You Need a Will - Here's Why.
Eight Essential Questions About Your Will
The Top Ten Reasons Why You Should Not Have a Will
Gifts of Retirement Plans
1 brochureWill You Avoid the IRA Tax Trap?
Gifts of Life Insurance
1 brochureDon't Throw That Life Insurance Policy Away
Gifts of Appreciated Securities
1 brochureGiving Appreciated Assets: The Last, Best Tax Break?
Charitable Remainder Trusts
1 brochureA Charitable Remainder Trust Can Customize Your Contribution!
“Giving through United Way provides us with a simpler and more structured way to support the charities and organizations we believe in.”
Paul and Rebecca Francis
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Leadership Circle spotlights
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Nearly 1,500 Volunteers UNITE to Transform the Valley in a Single Day of Service at United Way’s 32nd Day of Caring, Presented by Crayola
Volunteers from 60 companies and organizations kick off the 2025 United Way campaign during Lehigh Valley’s largest, single-day volunteer effort.
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15 Years of Impact: Why the Pessinas Choose to Give Back
Member spotlight: Michael and Michele Pessina have supported United Way for over 15 years, driven by a shared belief in giving locally. Their passion for education, children and lasting impact continues to shape a stronger Lehigh Valley community.














