What kind of legacy do you want to leave behind?
On National Legacy Day, Wednesday, May 21, we’re invited to reflect on the values that matter most to us and how we can ensure those values live on for generations to come. For many of our donors, that means caring for neighbors, protecting vulnerable households, and making sure no one has to choose between heating or cooling their home and affording basic necessities.
At the Fuel Fund of Maryland, your legacy can mean stability and dignity for thousands of households in our community.
How a Planned Gift Creates Lasting Impact
Including the Fuel Fund of Maryland in your estate plans is a powerful and meaningful way to make a lasting difference. A planned gift, such as a bequest in your will or beneficiary designation, helps ensure that Maryland households stay connected long into the future.
Planned gifts:
- Sustain our 45-year mission beyond today
- Provide utility assistance financial grants
- Help older adults, families with children, and individuals with disabilities stay safely connected
Even a modest legacy gift can have an immediate and long-term impact: keeping households connected.
Month of May: A Time to Share Your Legacy Commitment
In recognition of National Legacy Day, we invite you to let us know if you have already included the Fuel Fund of Maryland in your estate plans or if you are considering doing so.
By simply telling us your intentions, you help us:
- Better plan for the future
- Honor and recognize your commitment (if you wish)
- Inspire others to consider how their values can live on
There is no minimum gift amount required. Every legacy commitment matters and keeps households connected.
Why Legacy Giving Matters Now
Energy costs remain unpredictable, and for many Maryland households, a single crisis such as a job loss, medical emergency, or extreme weather (extreme heat or cold) can lead to utility shutoff. Planned gifts strengthen the Fuel Fund’s ability to respond, not just today, but for decades to come.
Your legacy gift ensures that future generations of Marylanders will stay connected.
Start the Conversation
If you have included the Fuel Fund of Maryland in your estate plans, or would like to learn more about legacy giving, I would welcome a confidential conversation.
Together, we can turn compassion into a lasting legacy and keep Maryland households connected for generations to come.
With thanks and appreciation,
Debbie Brown
Executive Director, Fuel Fund of Maryland
dbrown@fuelfundmaryland.org
410-844-3834