Gratitude inspires E. Carlton “Buddy” Wilton, Jr. to give to the Foundation. And over the years he has learned a few tricks to maximize his generosity to have the greatest impact. That’s why he has made “blended” gifts to the Foundation by using several ways to donate now and in the future. Together, these donations allow him to give more than he could by making cash gifts alone and provide important tax benefits.

“Giving is as natural as breathing. We all must do it,” he says. “We breathe in with gratitude to appreciate where we are, who we’re with, the time we’ve had. Then we breathe out with generosity. It gives us the opportunity to do good for others.”

“The hospital has done a lot for people where I live and it’s time that I give back and support my community hospital,” Buddy shares.

Buddy sees how the hospital helps a lot of people and is a critical community service. Through giving, volunteering, and serving on boards, he understands that it takes donors like you and him to support the ongoing improvements needed to provide top-quality health care.

Buddy’s blended giving includes a large cash gift and a donation of appreciated stock. Both have the benefit of immediate charitable tax deductions, and the stock gift helps him avoid paying capital gains taxes on the asset. He also has a gift designated to the Foundation in his estate plan, ensuring his spirit of generosity will continue even after his lifetime.