The Nathan Frank Society for Planned Giving

“I present to you ... this large and beautiful Forest Park for the enjoyment of yourselves, your children and your children’s children forever.”
— Remarks from Forest Park’s Opening Ceremony, June 24, 1876
 
 

Your Legacy for Forest Park

We are so pleased that you are interested in the planned giving program at Forest Park Forever. Our ability to advance our mission and accomplish our goals — from completing major capital projects to planting new trees each year to preserving the Park's greatest icons — are directly tied to the generous support we receive from families and individuals, including legacy planned gifts.

There are a number of ways you can support Forest Park Forever through planned gifts, including:

  • Beneficiary Designations from Life Insurance or Retirement Plans

  • Bequests

  • Charitable Gift Annuities

  • Charitable Lead Trusts

  • Charitable Remainder Trusts

  • Gifts from Retirement Plan Accounts 

Through careful planning, you may be able to make such gifts while minimizing capital gains taxes on certain appreciated property and reducing income and estate taxes. All planned giving donors are eligible to become members of Forest Park Forever’s Nathan Frank Society. Society membership has numerous benefits, including invitations to members-only events and a subscription to the Forest Park Forever newsletter.

Contact Us Today

To discuss the planned giving program, please contact Faith Maddy, Principal Gift Strategist, or complete the online form at the bottom of this page: 

An inviting, dynamic and large space like Forest Park requires significant funding to maintain and improve. Deferring such the Park’s annual needs would risk what we’ve worked so hard to restore. With legacy gifts like yours, Forest Park Forever will be in a much stronger position to care for the Park, securing its future as an unequalled landmark for the people of St. Louis and our guests from around the world.

All requests for information will remain confidential.

Learn More

Visit our dedicated planned giving pages to learn more about planned giving opportunities for Forest Park.

Disclaimer: Forest Park Forever does not provide legal or tax advice. You should consult with your attorney or tax advisor to determine the benefits and risks of any planned gift. This document and other information about gifts to Forest Park Forever are not intended to be used to avoid tax liability.

 
 
“Because we cannot imagine St. Louis without Forest Park, we have each included Forest Park Forever in our estate plans. The Park is an important part of our lives and we want it to be beautiful, forever.”
— Jerry and Bo Pratter, Nathan Frank Society Members
“We must continue to maintain and improve this oasis for future generations to enjoy, as we have. Our bequest to Forest Park Forever is our small way to contribute to the continual funding needed to meet this promise.”
— Mary & Tom DeBenedetti, Nathan Frank Society Members

Planned Giving Form

Have questions about planned giving, or would you like to receive more information about the Nathan Frank Society? Fill out the form below and we'll be in touch!