Giving Opportunities

Make a Donation

Making a donation online is a quick and convenient way to show your support of the Friends Homes mission.

Friends Homes was incorporated in 1958 and began providing care more than 65 years ago. As we move into the future, your support is essential. Guided by Quaker principles, Friends Homes offers an environment which encourages independence and a sense of wholeness, wellness and security, at reasonable cost, so that each resident may live a fulfilling life. That’s our mission. Your giving makes it possible, and, with so many ways to give, we make it easy.

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Using your QCD (Qualified Charitable Distribution) from your IRA

If you are 70½ or older, you may be eligible to make a tax-free gift directly from your IRA through a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). This is a simple and tax-smart way to support Friends Homes while potentially reducing your taxable income. Learn more by clicking the link below.

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Estate Planning

Discover how incorporating estate planning into your charitable giving can make a lasting impact on the lives of older adults. By including Friends Homes in your plans, you ensure that we can continue offering compassionate care, meaningful programs, and a secure environment where residents can focus on living life to the fullest. Through your generosity, you help us uphold our mission and extend our reach far into the future.

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Checks

Your support through a check can be personally meaningful and impactful. Gifts may be directed to specific areas of our mission that align with your values—whether that’s resident care, wellness initiatives, spiritual life, or other programs close to your heart. You also have the opportunity to make your gift in honor or in memory of someone special, creating a lasting tribute that reflects their legacy. For more information on how to give by check and designate your gift, please follow the links below.

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Gifts of Appreciated Securities

Donating appreciated securities is a meaningful way to support Friends Homes and may offer tax benefits. By giving stocks, bonds, or mutual funds that have grown in value, you could avoid capital gains taxes and receive a charitable deduction. Your gift can make a lasting impact on our community. To learn more, contact Carson Spering, Director of Philanthropy, at 336-458-0353. Carson will guide you through the process and help ensure your donation is handled smoothly and in line with all applicable guidelines.

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Volunteer

Volunteers play a vital role in daily life at Friends Homes, bringing time, energy, and compassion to our community. They assist in many ways—staffing the community store, supporting events, reading to residents, offering companionship, and more. These efforts enhance residents’ quality of life and foster meaningful connections. Volunteer opportunities, both on and off campus, also give residents the chance to stay active and engaged. By giving their time, volunteers help create a strong sense of purpose and belonging for everyone involved.

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Stories of Generosity

Gratitude is a powerful expression of the Quaker value of simplicity and appreciation. Equally powerful is the idea of a faithful continuum—a community shaped and sustained by the generosity of individuals over time. At Friends Homes, we are deeply thankful for the estate gifts we have received from residents and supporters who believe in our mission and who live out the Quaker testimony of stewardship. It is our honor to share some of their stories with you as we celebrate these thoughtful donors—individuals whose quiet generosity and enduring spirit continue to enrich the lives of others. Click any of the stories below to read more.

Jeaneane Williams

Jim Newlin

Giving Opportunities

Make a Donation

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