The Humane Society of the United States supporter Chuck has long hoped for the day when no animal loses their life because they are unwanted. It’s a wish first kindled by his grandmother, who introduced him to the HSUS in the 1960s. “She supported the organization,” he reflects, “and showed me that you give charity to causes that are close to your heart.”
Although Charles has welcomed dogs and cats into his home (and heart) over the intervening years, he reserves special affection for felines—from Axl, who was declawed by a previous owner, to the recently ad¬opted foursome of Abyssinians Duncan and Max and bonded sisters Sandy and Casey.
Securing future support for all animals, regardless of species, is important to Charles, a retired middle school math teacher and radio engineer.
“Since I have no children, I feel that the best way I can help my strong feelings for animals to contin¬ue after I’m gone is to include the HSUS in my will,” he says, “so that I can keep my love for all creatures going.
“With the unconditional love they give us, it’s the least we can do.”
Naming the HSUS in your will is an easy and flexible way to extend your support for animals far into the future. To learn more about this and other ways to create your humane legacy, please contact the Office of Planned Giving at humanelegacy@humanesociety.org or 1-800-808-7858, or visit legacy.humanesociety.org/request.
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