Saving Our Children Society
An association of friends who have committed to the future of pediatric cancer care in the Rio Grande Valley through planned giving.
A gift that outlasts a lifetime.
The Saving Our Children Society is an association of friends of the Vannie E. Cook Jr. Cancer Foundation who have made a commitment to include the Foundation in their estate plans — ensuring that the children of South Texas have access to world-class cancer care for generations to come.
Planned giving can be structured in ways that benefit both your personal finances and the families who depend on the Foundation. Our Executive Director is available to discuss options with you and your financial advisor at any time.
Speak with Our Director“It brings me incredible joy knowing that I will leave a legacy of hope and support by providing for the future of the Foundation through a bequest under my will.”
Dr. Ken Landrum
Board Chair, 1995–2014
Ways to Make a Planned Gift
Bequests
The most common form of planned giving. A bequest allows you to leave a gift of cash, securities, real estate, or personal property through your will — without affecting your assets during your lifetime. Various bequest structures can also provide potential estate tax savings.
Charitable Remainder Trusts
Transfer assets into a trust that provides income to you or a designated beneficiary for life or a set period. Upon the beneficiary's passing, the remaining funds are directed to the Foundation — a gift that continues to give.
Life Insurance
Gift a life insurance policy to the Foundation immediately, or designate the Foundation as a beneficiary upon your passing. This approach can offer estate tax advantages without the need to revise your will.
What Membership Includes
To become a member, prospective donors complete and sign a Letter of Intent. Membership is a recognition of your extraordinary commitment — and we are honored to welcome you into our community.
- Welcome letter and gold childhood cancer awareness lapel pin
- Name recognition on the Society Recognition Wall at the Vannie Cook Clinic
- Invitation to the annual member reception
- Invitations to Foundation events throughout the year
- Recognition in mailings, newsletters, and on our website
Will You Help Us?
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Saving Our Children Society, we would love to hear from you. Contact our Executive Director to learn more and request a Letter of Intent.