Leave A Legacy of Freedom, Love, and Compassion
Planned Giving with Fences For Fido
Fences For Fido is the only unchaining organization in the Pacific Northwest, dedicated to improving the lives of dogs by removing barriers—literal and figurative—that keep them from living safe, healthy lives with the families who love them.
Through free fences, warm shelter, veterinary care, pet food, and essential support, we serve socially, financially, and geographically isolated communities across the region. Legacy gifts ensure this work continues—meeting love with need, now and for generations to come.
Why Legacy Giving Matters
Behind every dog on a chain, and every family struggling to access veterinary care, is a story of someone doing their best with what they have. We’ve learned that chaining a dog is rarely a choice—it’s a last resort.
Legacy gifts allow Fences For Fido to:
- Carry forward a legacy of compassion, not judgment
- Sustain long-term programs in rural and under‑resourced communities
- Expand our Circle of Care to reach more families and pets
- Ensure dogs can live free, healthy lives at home—now and long into the future
Your legacy helps remove barriers—so families don’t have to face them alone.
The Fences For Fido Circle of Care
What began in 2009 as fence-building has grown into a comprehensive, community-based model of support.
Legacy gifts help sustain and expand our Circle of Care, which includes:
- Free fences for chained dogs, transitional housing communities, and domestic violence shelters
- Warm dog houses and shade structures for all applicants
- Mobile spay/neuter, vaccine, and wellness clinics for dogs and cats
- Life‑saving veterinary care and emergency surgeries
- Monthly supplemental pet food for dogs and cats
This circle gives pets the chance to live longer, healthier lives—and keeps families together.
Ways to Make a Legacy Gift
Planned giving is for everyone. You don’t need a large estate to make a meaningful difference.
Bequests (Wills & Trusts)
This is a simple and powerful way to leave a lasting impact. You may choose a specific amount, a percentage, or the remainder of your estate for Fences for Fido.
Sample language:
“I give _% (or $__) of my estate to Fences For Fido, a nonprofit organization, for its charitable purposes.”
Retirement Plan Beneficiary
Name Fences For Fido as a beneficiary of your IRA or 401(k) to support dogs and families while potentially reducing tax burdens.
Life Insurance
Designate Fences For Fido as a beneficiary or donate a policy you no longer need.
Charitable Gift Annuities & Other Assets
Receive lifetime income or donate appreciated assets such as stock or property.
A Legacy Rooted in Love
“Fences For Fido changed my dog's life and my life. I never knew how unhappy he was on a chain. Chopper is the happiest dog in the world! Never again a chain!”
— Keith, Chopper’s Family
“You saved my dog Duke when I did not have the resources. Duke and I are forever in your debt.”
— Wade, Duke’s Family
“It has made a tremendous difference. Kia and Kya are running and playing together again.”
— Linda, Kia & Kya’s Family
Many supporters choose to honor a beloved dog, family member, or personal value through a legacy gift. There is no title more important than family—and your gift keeps families whole.
Getting Started
1. Speak with your attorney or financial advisor
2. Contact us for assistance with gift language
3. Let us know if you’ve already included Fences For Fido in your plans—we’d love to thank you
📧 legacy@fencesforfido.org
📞 (503) 621‑9225
Helpful Information
Legal Name: Fences For Fido
Address: PO Box 80282, Portland, OR 97280
EIN: 30-0554675
Your legacy ensures that where love meets need, we show up—with fences, care, and compassion—for every dog and family who needs us.