Lamorinda Village Legacy Society

Join our Legacy Giving Program and become part of a special group of supporters dedicated to building a caring and connected community where older adults can thrive in their own homes. Legacy donors understand the importance of planning for the future — ensuring that Lamorinda Village will continue to provide vital services, connection, and friendship for generations to come.

Many of our Legacy donors have experienced firsthand the power of neighborly support and meaningful relationships fostered through the Village. Others share our vision of creating a vibrant, inclusive community where seniors can age with dignity, independence, and purpose.

By including Lamorinda Village in your estate plans — through a will, trust, IRA, life insurance, or Donor Advised Fund — you are investing in the future of aging well in Lamorinda. Your gift, of any size, helps ensure that this caring network will be here for those who need it most.

Read below for inspiring stories from Sharon Iversen and Don and Becky Jenkins, whose generosity and vision are helping shape the future of Lamorinda Village.

For more information on Lamorinda Village Legacy Society,

contact Kishizu@lamorindavillage.org or call 925-283-3500.

Benefits and Recognition of Society Membership

Framed certificate
Invitations to special events
Recognition on our website (with permission)

Sharon Iversen

Some years ago, when Sharon Iversen was Board Chair of Hospice East Bay, she helped develop their Planned Giving Program which encourages donors to name Hospice East Bay as a beneficiary of their estate plans. Sharon thought this was a perfect example of practicing what you preach.

“Of course, I asked my children if I had their blessing to leave money to a non- profit, money which would otherwise go to them and their children. Since they had often teased me by saying “Mom, we hope your last check bounces”,” I was sure they would say yes.

Lamorinda Village members, supporters and Board have a unique opportunity to demonstrate to others that we old people do NOT fade away. That if given time, we get better, offer good ideas and volunteer to help others. And now, in addition to offering our time and talent we have the chance to give part of our treasure, however large or small. We have a unique moment in time to “pay it forward” and help the next group of older citizens enjoy what we have fostered. I felt then as I do now that this is a perfect opportunity for us to pay it forward. In addition to Hospice East Bay, I am committed to Lamorinda Villages’ Legacy Giving Program “

Don and Becky Jenkins

For over 40 years, Becky and her late husband Don built their life in Lamorinda raising their family, working, and volunteering. With deep roots in the community, they’ve devoted their time energy to Lafayette Orinda Presbyterian Church Foundation, Cal Shakes, Lafayette Community Foundation and Lafayette Sunrise Rotary to name just a few. Don was a founding member of the Lamorinda Village Board and Lafayette’s 2018 Citizen of the Year!

Don and Becky were the first couple to commit to the Village’s Legacy Giving Program. Leaving funds to ensure the growth and sustainability of Lamorinda Village for future seniors who want to age at home in our beautiful community, is how Becky and Don would like to share with those who come next.

For more information on Lamorinda Village Legacy Society, contact kishizu@lamorindavillage.org

call 925-283-3500.

Lamorinda Village Legacy Society