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Helen and Don Wiesler

Helen and Don Wiesler
Wieslers' gifts support the community that helped raise her children.

Helen and Don Wiesler experienced firsthand the truth of the African proverb, it takes a village to raise a child. "We always relied not only on family but on the church, the schools and the community to help raise our children, and they did a marvelous job," explains Helen. "We took advantage of all that was available, helped out where we could and soon realized just how important the entire community was."

As an expression of their deep-seated values and local commitment, the couple established a Charitable Remainder Unitrust. Income from such a trust can support the donor during life, with the remainder going to designated charitable causes at death. The Wiesler's trust will support many of the community resources they relied on to round out their children's educations.

Helen remembers helping with Habitat for Humanity's first house build in Stinesville, along with one of her sons. Don was a bird watcher and the family enjoyed regular outings to parks and recreational areas. Their children participated in scouting programs and had fun with swimming and art classes. The family also visited the public library often.

Prior to Don's death in 2009, the couple spent time discussing their estate plan and the charitable legacy they wanted to leave. "We wanted to give back, after raising our children and getting them through college, and after we retired," Helen recalled.

They knew they wanted to support local organizations and, specifically, to give through endowments for a long-lasting impact. In addition to their colleges and church, their financial advisor suggested a gift to the Community Foundation. Reflecting their family's gratitude as well as their desire to help others, the Wieslers thoughtfully chose endowments designated to benefit a range of agencies.


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