August is National Make-A-Will Month—a time to reflect on what truly matters and how we can ensure our values live on.
At Stepping Stone Emergency Housing, we believe in dignity, stability, and compassion for all. Every day, we walk alongside people who are doing the hard work of rebuilding their lives after experiencing homelessness. Your support helps us offer more than shelter—it helps us offer hope.
But what if your support could continue beyond your lifetime?
That’s the beauty of including a gift to Stepping Stone in your will.
🏡 Why Legacy Giving?
Legacy giving isn’t just for the wealthy—it’s for anyone who wants to make a lasting difference. It’s a powerful, simple act that ensures the causes you care about continue to receive support long into the future.
When you include Stepping Stone in your will or trust, you help:
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Provide safe, stable shelter for adults in crisis
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Offer life-changing case management, education, and support
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Create long-term solutions to break the cycle of homelessness
And you do it in a way that reflects your values and your heart.
✍️ It’s Easier Than You Think
Most people delay writing a will—not because they don’t care, but because they’re unsure where to start.
That’s why we’ve partnered with FreeWill, a trusted and secure tool that guides you through the process of creating your legal will for free. It takes about 20 minutes and costs you nothing today, while giving you peace of mind for years to come.
Already have a will? Adding a bequest to Stepping Stone is as simple as contacting your attorney or advisor.
💙 A Legacy of Compassion
When you include Stepping Stone in your estate plan, you become part of our Homeward Legacy Council—a growing community of supporters committed to building a future where everyone has a place to call home.
Your legacy doesn’t have to be large to be meaningful. Every gift matters. Every act of love ripples forward.
Let this August be the month you take that step.
Want help getting started?
Visit our Homeward Legacy Council page or contact Paul DeGeest, Director of Development and Communications, at 651-276-9750 or paul.degeest@steppingstoneeh.org.