Planning Your Legacy

On a daily basis, Fisher Houses help families dealing with the unexpected.

“You never know until you need it. Anything can happen medically. Every VA needs a Fisher House, because you never know what you will have to go through. It’s peace of mind when you’re worrying about everything else. You want to be there for him. You need to be there. You can’t focus on his care when you’re worried about lodging. It’s a necessity, not a luxury.” ~Erin White

Whether it’s providing families a place to stay, travel assistance, or meals to care for the caregivers, by supporting Fisher House Michigan, you let military and veteran families know that their sacrifices are appreciated.

Begin Your Legacy with Us

To help you get started on your plans and legacy, you can use FreeWill, an online tool that guides you through the process of creating a legally valid will or trust. It’s easy to use, accessible online, and can be completed in 20 minutes. You can use this resource to document your wishes before finalizing your plans with an attorney.

Have you already included a gift in your will or trust?

Please fill out this form to let us know! We would love to thank you for your generosity.

Non-Probate Assets

Do you have an IRA, 401(k), life-insurance policy, or any other assets not included in your will? If so, these are called non-probate assets and you must plan your beneficiaries for them separately. Use this online tool to make your plans and designate us as a beneficiary of one or more of these assets.

Additional helpful information:

  • Legal Name: Fisher House Michigan, F/K/A Build it for the Brave, Inc.

  • Tax ID Number: 81-2586691

  • Incorporated In: Michigan

  • Fisher House Michigan is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization

  • Contributions are tax deductible

  • Address: PO Box 130466, Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48113

  • Phone: 313-483-6543

Below is language you can include in your Will to donate to Fisher House Michigan:

Bequest of specific amount:  I give, devise, and bequeath to Fisher House Michigan (formerly known as Build it for the Brave, Inc.), a nonprofit corporation, the sum of $___________ cash (or _____ shares of ______ stock) to be used for the support of Fisher Houses in Michigan so long as the need should exist.

Bequest of percentage of estate:  I give, devise, and bequeath to Fisher House Michigan (formerly known as Build it for the Brave, Inc.), a nonprofit corporation, _____ percent (%) of the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate to be used in support of the Legacy Endowment for so long as the need should exist.

For any questions please contact: Kate Melcher at 313-483-6543 or via e-mail at kate@fisherhousemichigan.org

Fisher House Michigan is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law.