August is “Make a Will Month” and we invite you to consider making a lasting impact by including Mission Doctors Association in your will. You will ensure that our 65 Year-Old mission of providing essential healthcare to underserved communities continues for generations to come.

Your support empowers dedicated Catholic Healthcare Professionals to bring healing and hope to those in need.  Your planned gift will ensure that Mission Doctors Association will continue to respond to requests from Bishops and Religious orders striving to continue Jesus’ mission to heal and serve as a witness of our shared faith.

In doing so, your gift not only provides direct care, but also provides training for local healthcare professionals. Whether it’s through medical care in remote villages or training for midwives, nurses, medical officers and physicians, your legacy will help transform lives and build healthier futures.

Guide to Adding Mission Doctors Association to Your Will

Step 1: Understand Your Will

• Review Your Current Will: If you already have a will, review it to ensure it reflects your current wishes and circumstances.
• Consult Legal Advice: Consider consulting with a legal professional or estate planner to assist you in making updates or creating a new will.

Step 2: Decide on Your Gift

• Choose Your Contribution: Determine the type of gift you would like to leave to Mission Doctors Association. This could be a specific amount of money, a percentage of your estate, or specific assets such as stocks or real estate.

You may consider adding Mission Doctors Association as a beneficiary of an insurance policy or Retirement plan such as a 401K or IRA.  

Step 3: Include Mission Doctors Association

• Include Specific Language: Ensure your will includes clear and specific language naming “Mission Doctors Association,” along with MDA’s address: 6102 South Victoria Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90043 and Non-Profit EIN Number: Tax ID 95-6110132
• Consult with Your Attorney or Financial Advisor: Your attorney or financial adviser can assist in drafting or amending your will to accurately reflect your intentions and ensure legal validity, in some cases with a simple addition, or codicil.

Step 4: Inform Your Executor and Loved Ones

• Communicate Your Wishes: Inform your executor (the person responsible for carrying out your will) and loved ones about your decision to include Mission Doctors Association in your will.
• Provide Contact Information: Share contact details of Mission Doctors Association with your executor so they can easily be in contact with our office.

Step 5: Review and Update Regularly

• Regular Review: Periodically review your will to ensure it continues to reflect your wishes, especially after major life events such as marriage, divorce, births, or significant changes in financial circumstances.
• Update as Necessary: Make updates or amendments to your will as needed to ensure your legacy reflects your values and goals.

Step 6: Seek Professional Advice

• Consultation with Professionals: Throughout this process, consider seeking advice from legal, financial, or estate planning professionals to ensure your plans align with your overall financial and estate planning goals.

Step 7: Additional Considerations

• Tax Implications: Understand any potential tax implications associated with your gift to Mission Doctors Association and how it may affect your estate.
• Alternative Gift Options: Explore other ways to support Mission Doctors Association, such as through charitable trusts, donor-advised funds, or beneficiary designations in insurance or retirement accounts.

By following these steps and consulting with appropriate professionals, you can ensure that your legacy includes meaningful support for Mission Doctors Association, continuing the vital work in providing healthcare to underserved communities.

Join us this Make a Will Month in making a profound difference. Together, we can leave a legacy of compassion, healing, and support. To learn more about how you can include Mission Doctors Association in your estate plans, visit [link to more information] or contact us directly. Your decision today ensures a healthier tomorrow for so many, and will be an answer to a prayer!

For more information or assistance, please contact Elise Frederick on her direct line 213-368-1875 or by email efrederick@missiondoctors.org.