FAQs
What is the Hope Brigade Challenge Match?
The Hope Brigade Challenge was created to promote a dual impact. Legacy giving is an important part of providing hope and help for neighbors in need in Indiana. An anonymous donor has leveraged their gift to inspire legacy gift commitments. The Hope Brigade Challenge will move our mission forward today while securing future investments via legacy gifts to support a brighter tomorrow.
What is the Hope Brigade?
Your legacy gift qualifies you for membership in The Salvation Army Hope Brigade. You will join others whose faithful commitment supports the future of The Salvation Army. Hope Brigade members receive an annual stewardship report and are invited to special events to learn more about the work of The Salvation Army!
Your name and gift remain private and confidential.
How do I document my future legacy gift for the Hope Brigade Challenge?
It’s simple! You can return the non-binding, one-page confirmation form with your best estimate of the value of the gift today. Attaching documentation of your gift (copy or picture of the bequest wording) from your will, trust, or other legal document is most helpful to honor your desired gift intent for a location or a specific purpose.
How long does the Hope Brigade Challenge Match last?
The Hope Brigade Challenge will last through December 31, 2026 or until all challenge dollars of $125,000 are depleted.
What gifts qualify for the Hope Brigade Challenge?
The following types of future legacy gifts will be eligible for challenge dollars:
· will or living trust bequests
· charitable gift annuities
· charitable remainder trusts
· charitable lead trusts
· life insurance gifts
· beneficiary designations from retirement account
· beneficiary designations from a donor advised fund
· POD of bank or investment account
· remainder interest or TOD of real estate
· endowment
If I designate my future legacy gift to a specific fund or program, will my investment still be eligible for the challenge?
Yes. Your future legacy gift can be designated to any Salvation Army area or program of your choosing, including new or previously established endowments. Only the challenge funds will be applied toward our current needs in Central Indiana.
Must I include an amount of my future legacy gift for the Hope Brigade Challenge?
To be eligible for the Challenge, an estimated amount of your future legacy gift must be included on the gift confirmation form.
How else can I support The Salvation Army?
There are many ways to contribute to our mission. From volunteering to making monthly donations, we need generous supporters like you! If you are interested in learning more, please contact our team.