Create a lasting impact through a planned gift that supports compassionate care for generations to come.
It was my mother’s final wish to pass peacefully, surrounded by the people she loved. Foothills made that possible. They treated her like family and supported me every step of the way. One day, they will take care of me. Long after I am gone, they will take care of my family members. Including them in my estate was the easiest decision I’ve ever made
-Sarah T., Legacy Circle Member
For over 45 years, the people of Nevada County—our patients, families, and compassionate neighbors—have ensured that Foothills Compassionate Care is here when it matters most.
Planned gifts from generous estates have been truly transformational—enriching our hospice and palliative programs, expanding caregiver and bereavement services, and ensuring that no one walks alone during life’s most challenging chapters.
You do not need great wealth to make a great impact.
Every gift—large or small—helps extend our mission into the future.
- Bequest – Name Foothills in your will or trust
- IRA or 401(k) – Designate us as a retirement beneficiary
- Life Insurance – Add us as a policy beneficiary
- Charitable Gift Annuity – Receive income for life while giving back
- Real Estate or Stocks – Donate appreciated assets with tax benefits
- Endowed Gifts – Provide lasting support for generations
Every Legacy Begins with a Conversation
You may think, “I do not have much to give,” or “Estate planning is complicated.” The truth is, every act of giving makes a difference, and we are here to help you find the path that feels right for you.
This is not a transaction. It is a relationship—and a shared commitment to dignity and care.
Let’s Talk About Your Legacy
We would be honored to speak with you confidentially and without obligation about how a planned gift could reflect your values and support the care our community deserves.
The Tax Benefits of Planned Giving
Planned gifts not only leave a lasting impact, they can also provide significant financial benefits.
Depending on how your gift is structured, you may be able to:
- Reduce income and capital gains taxes
- Lower or eliminate estate taxes
- Increase retirement income through charitable gift annuities or trusts
- Support the people and causes you care about, while maximizing your legacy
We always recommend speaking with your financial advisor or estate planner to explore the best options for your goals and circumstances.
Have questions? Call Hilary Hodge, Director of Development & Marketing 530.274.5180. We are happy to talk with you confidentially—no obligation, just a conversation.
Why it Matters
Your support isn’t just a donation; it’s a lifeline to individuals and families facing end-of-life. Your planned gift helps provide:
- Expert and comprehensive hospice and palliative care regardless of a patient’s ability to pay
- Emotional and spiritual support for grieving families
- Caregiver training and community education
- Continued expansion of programs like home-based palliative care and patient support volunteer programs
Resources
- I Wish I Knew Educational Series
- Gold Country Estate Planning Council
- Do-it-yourself software: Will Maker, Legal Zoom, Nolo
Already a Legacy Donor?
If you have already included Foothills Compassionate Care in your estate plans, please call us or download and complete our Estate Plan Intention form.
We would love the opportunity to thank you, welcome you into our Legacy Circle, and ensure your gift is used exactly as you intend. Contact: Hilary Hodge, Director of Development & Marketing
Hospice of the Foothills DBA Foothills Compassionate Care is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Tax ID/EIN: 94-2674084
Inspirational Stories from Legacy Donors
Planned gifts are the foundation of our future, ensuring that compassionate, nonprofit end-of-life care remains available to everyone in Nevada County for generations to come. In a small community of just 90,000 people, the fact that we sustain a nonprofit hospice is both rare and remarkable—it speaks volumes about what matters here: neighbors helping neighbors, with dignity, compassion, and heart. Here are some inspirational stories from past and present donors who have chosen to leave a legacy of care.
