Botanical Conservatory
Please help us keep the Conservatory a flourishing oasis and sanctuary in the heart of downtown Fort Wayne. Thank you.
Thank you for considering a planned gift for the Conservatory ~ your thoughtfulness means so much for our future.
Gifts to the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory through estates, insurance policies and other planned giving options provide the support necessary to operate an uplifting, enjoyable and welcoming botanical facility.
Planned gifts also may include funds from cash gifts, stocks, annuities, or retirement plans. Unless otherwise designated, these gifts will be placed into the Conservatory’s general trust fund ~ providing support for many projects such as quarterly exhibits, the plant collection and capital improvements.
Interested in giving options at the Conservatory and how you can help the gardens thrive as a vital part of our community? Please contact Linda at
Giving options include:
Cash Gift
Make a significant cash gift ~ per IRS regulations you may be eligible for deductions on your taxes.
Gift of Certificate of Deposits, Savings, or Brokerage Accounts
Name the Conservatory as an account owner to receive funds upon your passing.
IRA disbursements
Donate your IRA withdrawal as part of the required annual Qualified Charitable Distribution after the age of
70 1/2. Your gift may help reduce income taxes you owe.
Designation as a beneficiary in a will, trust, or retirement plans
Name the Conservatory as a beneficiary for your estate via a will or trust or for IRA/401K policies.
Stocks, annuities, insurance plans
Designate the Conservatory as the beneficiary for stocks, annuities or insurance plans.
Funds from donor-advised funds
Do you already have a donor-advised fund? Make a gift now and/or add the Conservatory as one of your beneficiaries for a gift later of remaining funds.
Funds from split-interest charitable trust
Name the Conservatory as a recipient of your split-interest trust – to receive gifts now and at the end of the trust term.
Curious about the Conservatory, its history and future? – click here to learn more!
(The Conservatory is a division of the Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department and donations made to the department are considered deductible charitable contributions per Internal Revenue Service (IRS) guidelines. All donors will be recognized in the annual report of the Park Department.
We suggest you contact your financial and legal advisor for detailed information on how to make a planned gift.)
Meet our Donors Meet a few of our donors who have made significant and thoughtful gifts to the Conservatory. Their dedication ensures that the Conservatory thrives and continues to offer inspiring, beautiful gardens and experiences. |
Nancy and Chuck William were long-time volunteers at the Conservatory ~ serving in many capacities and sharing their wisdom and good cheer with staff and the public for many years. They designated the Conservatory as a beneficiary in their wills. Learn more about the Williams and their amazing generosity …The William Story |
Bonnie served as a volunteer at the Conservatory for over 25 years and made a significant gift to support a children’s garden. Read more about Bonnie’s love of nature and outdoor spaces … |
Stephen and Jenn and their sons Arthur and Walter are longtime Conservatory members and supporters. The family has been coming to the gardens for years and say that our mascot Woody the Talking Tree is part of their family. Learn more about their special connection … |
Judi has been immersed in the Conservatory since 1987 when she joined our volunteer guild and right away rolled up her sleeves and got to work. Discover more about Judi’s dedication and her special gift to benefit the Conservatory and Lawton Park Greenhouse … |
Daniel often visited the Conservatory’s live butterfly exhibit and found peace among the flowers and tropical butterflies. Learn more about Daniel’s visits … |
As one of the Conservatory’s loyal members, Patrick often visited the gardens to see the plants and flowers in bloom and soak up the beauty. See what Patrick loved about the gardens … |