For 150 years, St. Mary Academy — Bay View has nurtured the minds and spirits of young women, empowering them to excel in diverse fields such as the arts, education, politics, science, medicine, athletics, law, social justice, and beyond. 

Our alumnae have left indelible marks on the world, embodying the values and excellence instilled during their time at Bay View. As we look to the future, we invite you to consider the impact of a legacy gift. 

A legacy gift is a planned future donation given through your financial or estate planning. It is an opportunity to:

Maximize Your Impact: Often, a legacy gift is the most significant donation a donor can make.

Minimize Your Tax Burden: Beneficial financial incentives can accompany such giving.

Create a Lasting Legacy: Ensure your name or that of a loved one lives on, supporting future generations of Bay View students.

Focus of Your Legacy: Bay View’s Greatest Needs and Scholarships: Direct your legacy to where it is most needed, supporting scholarships for deserving students or addressing the academy’s most pressing needs.

Gift Options Tailored to You: Bequests, life insurance policies, retirement plan assets, charitable gift annuities, and charitable remainder trusts are among the many ways you can make a legacy gift. Each offers unique benefits and allows you to support Bay View in a way that best suits your financial and philanthropic goals.

Planning Your Gift: Estate planning enables you to care for your loved ones while also supporting charitable causes meaningful to you. We recommend consulting with legal, tax, and/or financial advisors to ensure your wishes are accurately reflected. 

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Join the Legacy Challenge as a member of the 1874 Society

Leave your mark on the future of St. Mary Academy - Bay View. If you have included Bay View in your estate plans, please let us know. The St. Mary Academy - Bay View advancement team is here to assist you in planning your legacy. We have a goal of 150 planned gifts for the 150th anniversary!