Planned Giving

Other Ways to Give

Certainly the easiest way to give to a charitable organization is to write a check or use your credit card to donate online. But there are several other options, some that may offer a greater advantage to you than a traditional cash gift.

For more information, please contact Development@psds.org

LEGACY GIVING

Judi Soule-Cantrell Giving Society

Judi Soule-Cantrell grew up in a home where philanthropy was an intrinsic part of daily life. From an early age, Judi developed a deep affection for dogs, regularly rescuing dogs from the Dumb Friends League. As an adult, Judi and her husband adopted their first rescue dogs, a tradition that blossomed into a household filled with three rescue dogs at any given time.

After the passing of Judi’s faithful companion & rescue dog, Rosie, two years ago, Judi was faced with the difficult decision not to adopt another dog. Judi sought new avenues to channel her love and energy and discovered Pepper’s Senior Dog Sanctuary.

Inspired by our mission, she decided to volunteer, a decision she describes as life-changing. Today, Judi dedicates three to four days each week to Pepper’s, finding joy and fulfillment in sharing her philanthropic focus with this vital cause. Her work with Pepper’s continues to reflect her core values of compassion, generosity, and service.

Today, PSDS has over $1 million committed through planned gifts. We are eternally grateful for this incredible act of support and generosity for the work being done at PSDS to continue saving the lives of senior dogs. Planned gifts allow you to leave a legacy while supporting the mission of PSDS now or in the future.

The Judi Soule-Cantrell Giving Society

In honor of our amazing current donor and volunteer, we have named our planned giving society the Judi Soule-Cantrell Giving Society. Please join Judi in investing in our future by becoming a member, and view the many ways you can make the ultimate gift to our pack below.

Planned Giving offers a number of ways to make a more substantial gift than you might otherwise consider. These gifts also offer a number of advantages. With a planned gift, you can create a legacy for you or your family, and your gift will have a lasting impact on a cause you care about. Be sure to consult with your financial planner to find out which type of gift best suits your situation.

Here are several planned giving options you might want to consider:

  • One of the easiest and tax-advantageous ways to give to charity. A DAF is like a charitable investment account, for the sole purpose of supporting your favorite charitable organizations. When you contribute cash, securities or other assets to a donor-advised fund, you are generally eligible to take an immediate tax deduction. Then those funds can be invested for tax-free growth and you can recommend grants specifically for PSDS.

  • These are one of the simplest, most impactful, and popular ways to make a planned gift. To make a charitable bequest, simply allocate a portion of your estate to PSDS in your legal will.

  • Are you over 72 and a half? You can also give from your life insurance policy or unused retirement assets. These include individual retirement accounts (IRAs), 401(k)s, 403(b)s, or pensions. Because these gifts are often larger than what you could give in your lifetime, they can have an even greater impact.

  • You can give an irrevocable gift of cash or securities in exchange for a fixed income payment for asset term or for life. You can take an immediate tax deduction while the beneficiary can invest and grow the funds. Many donors choose to defer their annuity payments until they retire, resulting in higher payments.

  • These allow you to contribute cash or appreciated securities. You receive a fixed income based on a percentage of the initial assets used to fund the trust. The beneficiary can invest the funds, while you avoid capital gains or estate taxes. At the end of the annuity trust’s term, the remaining balance goes to the beneficiary.

Pepper’s Senior Dog Sanctuary (PSDS) has established Meg’s Garden thanks to the support of a generous donor and in honor of her beloved dog, Meg. This serene memorial space allows volunteers, community partners, and visitors to find solace, connection, and healing within the sanctuary’s grounds—and we extend a warm invitation for you to join us!

Honor a loved one with a Memorial in Meg’s Garden

Meg’s Garden offers memorial benches adorned with plaques, a pergola with plaque paws, and large granite boulders that can be customized to honor meaningful individuals. Whether you’re remembering a beloved person or a cherished pet, sponsoring a memorial bench allows you to celebrate their life while supporting the care of our senior dogs at the sanctuary.

Benches with plaques are arranged in the central courtyard, Paws are securely affixed to the lattice, and Engraved Boulders are positioned in prominent locations along the paved path. Plaques and paws have a limited inscription space—we can help you write or edit yours to fit.

COMMEMORATE A LOVED ONE

Celebrate and memorialize those closest to you on a memorial bench, paw, or boulder in Meg’s Garden.

Email development@psds.org to pledge your support.

  • Lifetime Sponsorship $1,000

  • Lifetime Sponsorship $2,500

  • Lifetime Sponsorship $5,000