LEGACY CLUB
Leaving a Legacy Planned gifts help carry TNC’s work into the future
Toward the end of their lives, Drs. Joseph and Linda Kurz made plans to care for a world that they knew would still need their help after they were gone. The two were scientists, retired from Washington University in St. Louis as emeritus professors. Linda had focused her career on biochemistry and molecular biophysics in the university’s medical school. Joseph taught general chemistry and organic chemistry. For fun, they traveled, crisscrossing the country in their RV. Joseph took part in multiple artic icebreaker expeditions in his retirement. They also trained dogs, and Linda developed an annual program with the United Doberman Club to recognize the Service Dog of the Year. It was a full life, and they told The Nature Conservancy that when it was over, they wanted to help protect nature for future generations. They formalized that wish in a planned gift to TNC. In doing so, they joined a growing number of people who have made similar choices to take care of places they cherish and preserve them for the people who come after them. For the Kurzes, that meant designating half their gift to the highest priority in North America and the other half to the highest priority in Missouri. During the process, they worked with staff from TNC’s Legacy Club who helped answer their questions and ensured their wishes were carried out. Throughout their lives, the Kurzes made an impact through their science and research and continue to make a difference today through their legacy with TNC. What is the Legacy Club? The Legacy Club is special group of Nature Conservancy supporters who have made a lasting commitment to conservation by making a life-income gift with the Conservancy or by naming the Conservancy as a beneficiary in their estate plans. Members enjoy invitations to exclusive trips and events, a biannual newsletter, TNC’s annual report and other benefits—all while making a world of difference.
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