Merry and Richard Slone have established several charitable gift annuities in support of Hadassah. Their reason is simple: “Because our hearts are connected to Israel.”
Merry and Richard Slone aren’t your average octogenarians.
At 85 years young, Richard works out three hours each day. An avid cyclist and swimmer, Richard keeps up with (and often surpasses) gentlemen decades younger. He keeps his mind sharp listening to non-fiction audio books about philosophy, history and political economy. Merry stays busy, too—playing cards, doting on grandchildren and walking up to three miles daily. She is devoted to many charitable interests. According to Richard, she’s also great at shopping.
The Slones’ days are full, but they always make room for giving back to causes they love.
“Hadassah was natural for us to support, because our hearts are connected to Israel,” Merry shares. “We are especially interested in stem cell research through Hadassah Medical Organization to fight multiple sclerosis.”
Besides donating generously to Hadassah and other charities, they also give through charitable gift annuities.
“In addition to the benefit of helping a charity, the economics of CGAs are compelling,” Richard articulates.
“You qualify for an income tax deduction,” Richard adds. “And each payment you receive is partially tax-free for your life expectancy. It just makes a lot of economic sense.”
“You receive steady income while you’re alive,” Merry adds. “Then, after you’re gone, the remainder of your annuity is used by an organization you can count on to honor your vision of supporting Israel.”
The Slones’ generosity is symbolic of how they live their daily lives: active, strategic, thoughtful and an inspiration to all who know them.
Want to Hear More?
If you would like to learn how you can join Merry and Richard in advancing the Hadassah mission through a charitable gift annuity—the gift that provides you with payments for life—contact Planned Giving & Estates at (800) 428-8884 or giving@hadassah.org.