Making America a Safer Place

For many years, long before he became a White House press secretary, Jim Brady was affectionately known as "The Bear," due to his lovable manner. Thanks to Jim and Sarah and their heroic struggle against adversity, since the assassination attempt on President Reagan's life, "The Bear" has come to symbolize the growing strength and size of the entire gun violence prevention movement.

The Brady Society recognizes individuals who have decided to include the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence in their wills. Society members are united by their passion to create a safer America for generations to come.

Jim and Sarah symbolize the courage and vision that has carried our movement this far. You, too, can leave a legacy for a safer, saner America by joining the Sarah and Jim Brady Society.

In order to make a bequest to the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence, you must have a will.

Some of the ways in which you may remember the Brady Center in your will are: Specify a dollar amount or a percentage of the residue of your estate. List specific assets, such as stocks, bonds, or real estate, to be designated as a gift. Below is sample language you may use to make a bequest to the Brady Center: "I give, devise, and bequest to the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence, federal tax ID number 52-1285097, 1225 Eye Street, NW, Suite 1100, Washington, D.C., 20005, [fill in: sum, percentage or description fo real or personal property] to be used for its general purpose." The Development Office will gladly assist you or your attorney in reviewing a proposed bequest to us.

Members of the Sarah and Jim Brady Society enjoy several benefits, the most important of which is the personal satisfaction and pride that comes with knowing you are making a difference.

As a Brady Society member, you will also realize significant estate tax benefits by making a provision for the Brady Center in their will.

As tokens of our appreciation, you will recieve: Acknowledgement in the annual report and appropriate publications (requests for anonymity will be honored); A certificate of appreciation from the Brady Center, signed by Sarah and Jim Brady; A special lapel pin chosen by Jim "The Bear" Brady; Special information, announcements, and event information.

To find out how you can contribute to the fight for a safer America, please call us at 202-289-7319 and ask for more information about the Sarah and Jim Brady Society.

Together, we will create an America free from gun violence.