The Forever Green Society
Plant something that keeps growing.
A gift in your will or estate plan helps conserve and enhance the beauty and ecology of Greensboro for generations to come: its public gardens, its tree canopy, and its green spaces. It costs nothing today, and gifts of every size make a difference.
Getting started
Planning your gift is simpler than you think.
Whether you already have a will or are writing one for the first time, a few simple steps can protect your family and the places you love in Greensboro.
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Make or update your will
Work with your attorney to create or update your will or trust. Our sample language below makes adding a gift easy.
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Or simply update a form
Name Greensboro Beautiful as a beneficiary of a retirement account, life insurance policy, or bank account. No lawyer needed.
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Let us know
Tell us about your plans so we can thank you and welcome you to the Forever Green Society.
Ways to leave a legacy
Some gifts take only a form. Others are part of a broader plan. Choose what fits your life.
Most popular
A gift in your will or trust
Leave a specific amount, a percentage, or what remains after loved ones are cared for. You can direct it to our gardens, tree plantings, or wherever the need is greatest.
Just a form
Name us as a beneficiary
Add Greensboro Beautiful to a retirement account, life insurance policy, or bank or brokerage account. No lawyer needed.
Age 70½ and older
Give from your IRA
A Qualified Charitable Distribution goes directly from your IRA to us and may count toward your required minimum distribution.
Plan with an advisor
Gifts that pay you income
Charitable gift annuities and remainder trusts can provide income for life, with the balance supporting our mission.
Assets
Stock, real estate or land
Gifts of appreciated stock or property may offer tax advantages. We'll work with you and your advisors.
Not sure where to start?
We're glad to talk it through, with no pressure and no obligation.
Contact Amanda GarnerSample language for your will
Share this with your attorney when you create or update your will. Our legal details are below.
- Legal name
- Greensboro Beautiful, Inc.
- Address
- 301 S. Greene St., Suite 300, Greensboro, NC 27401
- Tax ID (EIN)
- 23-7099248
Unrestricted bequest
“I give to Greensboro Beautiful, Inc., a nonprofit organization located at 301 S. Greene St., Suite 300, Greensboro, NC 27401, Tax ID 23-7099248, the sum of $_____ (or _____% of my estate, or the residue of my estate) to be used for its general purposes.”
Want your gift to support a specific garden or program, such as tree planting? Contact us so we can make sure it's worded to be used as you intend.
Why I give
“The beauty of a community is more than what we see. It is what we nurture, preserve, and leave behind.”
“I chose to include Greensboro Beautiful in my will because I believe that the beauty of a community is more than what we see—it is what we nurture, preserve, and leave behind. Greensboro Beautiful enriches our city through its gardens, trees, parks, and public spaces, creating places that bring people together, inspire a connection with nature, and make our community a more welcoming and vibrant place to live.
By including Greensboro Beautiful in my estate plans, I hope to extend my commitment to this meaningful work beyond my lifetime and help ensure that future generations will continue to experience the beauty, joy, and sense of belonging that these shared spaces provide. It is my way of investing in Greensboro’s future and leaving a legacy that will continue to grow.”
Join the Forever Green Society
For more than 50 years, people who love Greensboro have kept it green and beautiful. Everyone who includes Greensboro Beautiful in their estate plans is welcomed as a member, whatever the size of the gift. Membership has no dues and no obligation.
Recognition, your way
Listing in our annual report and member pin, or full anonymity if you prefer.
Your wishes honored
Telling us about your gift helps us use it exactly as you intend.
Already included us? Thank you.
Let us know so we can thank you and welcome you to the Forever Green Society. Sharing details is optional, and you can change your plans at any time.
Send Amanda a quick note
The button opens an email with a few optional questions already filled in. Share as much or as little as you like. Everything you tell us stays confidential.
Email us about your giftOr write to [email protected]
Common questions
Do I need an attorney?
For a gift in your will or trust, we recommend working with your attorney. Naming us as a beneficiary of a retirement account, insurance policy, or bank account usually takes only a form from your provider.
Does my gift need to be large?
No. Gifts of every size are meaningful, and together they sustain our work for the long term.
Can I change my mind later?
Absolutely. You can update your will or beneficiary designations at any time as your life changes.
Do I have to tell you about my gift?
No, but we hope you will. It lets us thank you and make sure your gift is used as you wish. We keep your information confidential.
Will you contact my family?
Only if you'd like us to. We respect your privacy and your family's.
Whether you're just starting to think about your plans or ready to finalize them, I'm happy to answer questions, confidentially and with no obligation.