Save the cats you love while planning for your future
Create a free Revocable Living Trust
Everybody needs a will
Whether you’re 18 or 108, you deserve the peace of mind that comes from having a will. A will empowers you to choose who receives your property, what happens to your pets, and more.
As a cherished member of the Tabby’s Place family, you may also choose to leave part of your estate to care for our cats. Bequests like yours are among the most powerful, life-saving donations we receive, ensuring we will be here for the cats far into the future.
Why give in your will?
Common gifted assets in wills and trusts
- Financial accounts
- Real estate
- Vehicles
- Brokerage accounts
- Crypto and NFTs
- Personal property
Make your will online – for free!
We also offer the ability to create a free Revocable Living Trust
Helpful resources
Sample bequest language for your will or trust
This language may help you and your attorney as you consider a gift that will meet your financial and personal goals.
Guardian Angel Enrollment Agreement
When you enroll in the Guardian Angel Program, you’ll have peace of mind that your cats can come to Tabby’s Place in the event that they outlive you. You can be assured that your cats will gain immediate acceptance to the sanctuary, where we will be honored to cherish them as our very own in a peaceful, home-like environment.
Planned giving ensures we’ll be here for cats for decades to come
A gift in your will gives the cats a strong foundation for the future. Estate gifts like yours make sure there will always be a Tabby’s Place for cats who have nowhere else to turn.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Gifts of any size go a long way for the cats. Many people choose to leave a percentage of their estate, which scales up or down with your estate size.
Yes. We are happy to honor your preference to remain anonymous.
Yes. You are always free to revise or update your estate plans.
Yes. Neither Tabby’s Place nor FreeWill will ever share your personal information without your permission.
Please contact Development Coordinator Lisa Lauria at 908-237-5300 x602 or LL@tabbysplace.org.
We’re here to help you meet your goals!
Our team would be happy to speak with you in confidence about your giving goals, with no obligation.
Already included us in your estate plan? Let us know
More ways to make an impact
Beneficiary designations
Gifting assets not covered by your will — like 401(k) or IRA accounts — may help your heirs avoid unwanted taxes, even if you’re below the estate tax threshold.
Popular tax-smart gifts
Many people are increasingly choosing to give non-cash assets, so they can have a bigger impact at less cost to them.
Join the Thomas Society
By listing your name among those who have included the Tabby’s Place cats in their future plans, you will encourage others to follow your lead.