Fisher House Southern California is reinforcing its commitment to military families by highlighting its Legacy Giving Society, a program that enables supporters to include the organization in their estate plans. This initiative ensures that the nonprofit can continue providing no-cost lodging near major military and VA medical centers for years to come, a critical resource for families facing medical crises.
The announcement comes as many military families grapple with unexpected expenses during a loved one's hospitalization. While government assistance often covers medical treatment, it rarely accounts for the substantial lodging and food costs that families incur when they travel to be near the patient. Fisher House Southern California steps in to fill this gap, offering a 'home away from home' that eliminates these financial burdens. By planning for long-term contributions through bequests, living trusts, or retirement plan designations, community members can directly help sustain this vital safety net.
'The need for our services has never been greater,' said a spokesperson for the organization. 'By participating in the Legacy Giving Society, donors can make a lasting impact, ensuring that military families have a place to stay together during some of the most challenging times.'
The organization's full online resource provides detailed information on estate planning options, program specifics, and ways to support military families during medical emergencies. Interested individuals are encouraged to visit Fisher House Southern California's Legacy Giving page to learn more.
Fisher House Southern California is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a 'home away from home' for military members, veterans, and their families while a loved one receives medical care at VA and military hospitals throughout Southern California. Through donor support and community partnerships, the organization helps families stay together during medical treatment by providing no-cost lodging and, when Fisher House accommodations are unavailable, assistance with nearby temporary lodging.
The organization currently supports five Fisher Houses across four Southern California locations, helping to reduce the financial burden of travel and lodging so families can focus on healing. The Legacy Giving Society is a key component of this mission, allowing donors to extend their support beyond their lifetime.
With the ongoing need for such services, Fisher House Southern California's focus on legacy giving underscores the importance of long-term planning in ensuring that military families receive the support they deserve. By making a planned gift, donors can be part of a lasting solution that continues to serve those who have sacrificed so much for their country.
