1902 Legacy Society

We're Working on Supporting Our Future, So We Can Continue Doing What We Do Today, Even Better, Tomorrow.

Membership in the 1902 Society is open to all those who include Surprise Lake Camp in their estate plans. We hope you will tell us when you have done so because we would very much like the opportunity to say “thank you” for your generosity.

Letting us know of your intentions does not create any obligation on your part, but it does help us to be better aware of your particular interests and will allow us to keep you informed of developments at SLC which may be relevant to your planned gift.  Recognition of your gift may also inspire generosity in others.

Members of the 1902 Society are very special to us, and we have developed several ways to recognize these dedicated people and to keep them fully informed of camp’s ongoing plans and successes. 

Why I/We Joined The 1902 Society 

Video Testimonials  

Written Testimonials 

Since having our first child seven years ago, we realized the need for a will.  We wanted to be able to make decisions on how our family would be cared for when we could no longer care for them.  Even with knowing the importance of a will,  having to consider our own mortality was uncomfortable.  Now, living in Charlotte, NC with two precious girls, ages 7 & 4, we finally met with an estate attorney and established a will.  During the meeting our attorney, Jeffrey Garris, asked us if we would like to leave anything to a charity.  We looked at each other and said, “Surprise Lake Camp.”  It seemed to amaze Mr. Garris, and then he told us that he was a camper there for two summers in the 70’s - Surprise Lake is everywhere!  He got teary-eyed as he recalled many fond memories.

Surprise Lake is the source of so much joy in our lives.  Although we grew up in the same neighborhood and knew each other all our lives, Surprise Lake is the place where we became a couple.  Now, almost fourteen years and two kids later, we are happier than ever before.  Our closest friends are from SLC and we know that these are our friends for life.  We even have 3 members of the SLC family as godparents for our daughters.

Joining the 1902 Society was an easy decision for us.  We enjoy contributing to SLC on a monthly basis to ensure that other children get to have the amazing experiences and memories that we both had.   Surprise Lake Camp is family to us, and now that our will is finalized, we sleep better knowing that we have done our part to take care of our family.  In the meantime, we look forward to many more Alumni Days and other SLC events.  Our daughters already know and love SLC, and they will only enjoy it more when they get to be campers one day.

-Seth Fishman and Lori Heitzner Fishman
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Here are some of the ways in which you can help Surprise Lake Camp through estate planning:
Bequests by Will or Living Trust—designate either a specific dollar amount or a percentage of your estate

Donor Advised Fund—take advantage of a flexible opportunity to suggest a variety of uses for your gifts

Life Income Gifts—receive income and a tax deduction—Examples:

• Charitable Gift Annuities
• Charitable Remainder Trusts
• Charitable Lead Trusts

Life Insurance—contribute an existing policy or establish a new policy, naming Surprise Lake Camp as owner or beneficiary

Retirement Accounts—name Surprise Lake Camp as a beneficiary of your retirement account
Appreciated Investments—real estate, securities, mutual funds, or business interests

Would You Like More Information?  

A representative of Surprise Lake Camp is always happy to speak with you.  Please call Celia Baczkowski at (212) 924-3131 for more information.  Click here to download our 1902 Society Letter of Intent.

  

1902 Society Celebration August 2011