Planned Giving

Support Our Research with Transformational Gifts

Planned giving is a powerful way to support osteosarcoma research. Whether you’re a young professional or a retiree, there are several easy ways to give a transformational gift that will help us find a cure. By including The Osteosarcoma Institute as a beneficiary in your insurance policy, retirement plan, trust, estate, bequest, or stock gift, you are planting seeds for a better tomorrow through funding for more research, better treatment outcomes, and a cure for osteosarcoma.

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Hayley Arceneaux in space holding a picture of herself as a kid

Hayley Arceneaux, Osteosarcoma Survivor

What Is a Planned Gift?

Planned gifts are donations that come from people at all stages of life, from young professionals just starting in their careers to retirees planning their estate. Often, they are given as a way to honor a loved one. Planned gifts typically come from contributions made through savings or investment funds, but non-cash items, such as real estate or art, can also be contributions. In most cases, planned gifts offer tax benefits.

How Can I Make a Planned Gift?

There are several ways to set up a planned gift with OSI. If you have life insurance or a 401(k), you can designate OSI as a beneficiary. Or you can give money through your will or estate plan. There are also opportunities to make a planned gift through non-cash items such as property, art, or collections that have value.

Carlos Garcia (right), a two-time osteosarcoma survivor, is pictured with his wife and their daughter, Mia

Carlos Garcia, a two-time osteosarcoma survivor, with his wife and their daughter, Mia

“A two in three survival rate isn’t good enough.”

Although Sarah Bright’s son Cole is in remission from osteosarcoma, she worries that he may relapse. Advocating for osteosarcoma research has become an outlet for her caregiver trauma.

Read Sarah's story

“Even if my life is shorter, I want it to be meaningful.”

Suresh Madheswaran, PhD, has survived multiple cancers, including osteosarcoma. He’s taken it on himself to advance the research for the sake of fellow cancer patients.

Read Suresh’s story

“It is unacceptable that children are dying, that families are wrecked, because we do not prioritize osteosarcoma research.”

David and Ingrid Hartz have made it their life’s work to end osteosarcoma in honor of their son, Miles (2006–2023).

Read the Hartz family’s story

“There was nothing the doctors could give my brother that would cure him.”

Seven years after her brother passed due to osteosarcoma, Jasmine Smith, MD, is working to improve oncology treatments for other patients.

Read Jasmine’s story

“I don’t want any other child to hear, ‘There’s nothing else we can do for you.’”

10-year-old Lizzy Wampler (2007–2018) bravely fought osteosarcoma and inspired her family to keep advocating for a cure.

Read the Wamplers’ story

Ready To Take the Next Step?

Get in touch with us to talk through your options and learn how planned giving fits into your estate planning goals.

Call us at 972.903.8408 or email us at giving@osinst.org

Will and Trust Gifts

If you are thinking of giving to OSI through a will or trust, or have already done so, use these resources to build, update, or track your gift.

Sample Language for Your Will

I hereby bequeath the sum of $________ (or ___percent of my residual estate) in cash, securities, or other property to The Osteosarcoma Institute in Dallas, Texas (Tax ID number 82-2921815). This gift is intended to further support osteosarcoma patients and shall be specifically used for ____________[purpose]____________.

Create or Update Your Will

Everyone needs a will to protect their family and make their wishes known. You can create a will for free through our partnership with Good Raising. It can be completed in as little as 15 minutes, and you have the option to include a gift to The Osteosarcoma Institute. Create your free will today.

Have You Already Given to OSI Through Your Will?

Please take a minute to complete this form, so we can thank you for your commitment to advancing osteosarcoma research and ensure our records are up to date.