Planned Giving Home

Thank you for your interest in the ministry of Star of Hope. Since 1907, our mission has been supported by countless individuals who have followed an extraordinary God to meet the needs of the homeless population in Houston. Our desire is to serve our ministry partners by offering you and your family ways to determine your legacy and to support you with meaningful financial stewardship information. We have many friends who have been pleased with plans that allow them to maximize tax deductible gifts to ministry and other charitable causes, while increasing their benefit to their family. We extend the same offer to you and trust that you will gain personal insight as you explore the benefits of gift planning. Click here to contact us.

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Benefits for Family and Star of Hope Mission

There are several types of plans. Many of these have wonderful benefits for the gift donors. Many of these families have enjoyed increased income and generous tax savings. You might start by meeting these friends. Just click on the picture and you can view each story.

* These donor stories below are for illustrative purposes. Their stories represent gift plans that you may consider beneficial to you and your family.

Fixed Income for Retirement
After working for decades as a pediatrician in a small rural town, Patricia Brown was ready to retire. Patricia owned some stock but was concerned about leaving it in the market where it could go up or down. She needed a secure source of retirement income for the future. More on Fixed Income for Retirement >>.

Capital Gains Tax Bypassed
Peter and Gail Williamson were nearing retirement. Over the years, with the help of their financial advisor, they made solid investments in securities and built a sizable portfolio. More on Capital Gains Tax Bypassed >>.

Easy IRA Gift
Barbara retired after forty years as a teacher. She had volunteered for many years with Star of Hope Mission. More on Easy IRA Gift >>.

Peace of Mind Gift Annuity
Many years ago, Clara Lehman bought a home. Since she was so pleased with the home, she decided to buy stock in the company that builds and sells homes like it. Over the years, the stock has increased in value many times, but the value has been volatile. More on Peace of Mind Gift Annuity >>.

Steps to Wise Giving

There are several steps to help you make wise and prudent gifts. These pages are here to help you learn how gift planning ideas can be of personal benefit. Let us suggest a few steps that would help you in that process.

Ann J. Druary, CFRE
Director of Major
& Planned Gifts

Thanks very much for visiting us! I would be very pleased to help you. Simply click here to email me at your convenience.

Professional Advisors

We also have a complete tax update service for CPAs, attorneys, CLUs, CFPs, ChFCs, trust officers and other professional friends. The GiftLaw services are made available to all advisors as a free service. We also are always available to assist in helping you provide clients with clear and understandable gift illustrations. If you would like assistance with a gift illustration, please contact adruary@sohmission.org.

If you are a professional advisor, you may take the following steps on this site.