Planned Giving – Leave a Legacy with SSO
Planned Giving is a meaningful way to ensure that your dedication to surgical oncology extends beyond your lifetime. By including the Society of Surgical Oncology (SSO) in your will or estate planning, you are investing in the future of our field, supporting research, education, mentorship, and innovation for years to come.
What is Planned Giving?
Naming SSO as a beneficiary in your will, trust, retirement account, or life insurance policy.
Why Consider Being a Part of the SSO Legacy Circle?
- Leave a lasting impact, contribute to advancing surgical oncology, and gain recognition as part of the SSO Legacy Circle.
- Be recognized through the following benefits:
- Receive special acknowledgment and a yearly invitation to the exclusive member appreciation breakfast at the SSO Annual Meeting.
- Receive a commemorative Legacy Circle pin presented at the SSO Annual Meeting.
How to Get Started
- Determine which program in the SSO Impact Fund you would like to give to: Mentorship, Research and Education, or Strategic Initiatives.
- Talk with your attorney or financial advisor about including SSO in your will or estate plan.
- Reach out to SSO for sample language. Note that this information will be provided for illustrative purposes only and should not be considered legal or financial advice. We recommend you consult with your attorney or financial advisor when creating or modifying your estate plans.
Recognition Through the SSO Legacy Circle
If you have already included SSO in your estate plans, we invite you to let us know by completing our brief Legacy Giving Survey. You may remain anonymous, or you may share your name so we can properly recognize you as a member of the SSO Legacy Circle.
Contact Information
Please contact Emily Butera, Assistant Director of Development and Corporate Partnerships at emilybutera@surgonc.org with any questions.