Why Guy Cline Chose to Include the North Carolina Masonic Foundation in His Will
For Guy Cline, Freemasonry has always been about leaving the world better than we found it.
After years of witnessing the life-changing work made possible through the North Carolina Masonic Foundation, Guy made a decision that reflects both his values and his faith in the future: he included the Foundation in his estate plans.
“I’ve been blessed throughout my life,” Guy shares. “Freemasonry has given me friendships, purpose, and opportunities to serve others. Including the Foundation in my will is my way of ensuring that service continues long after I’m gone.”
As a current member of the NCMF Board of Directors, Guy has seen firsthand how charitable gifts become lasting support for North Carolina Masons, their families, our youth, education, and the many charitable programs that strengthen our fraternity. He understands that while annual gifts meet today’s needs, planned gifts help ensure those same opportunities exist for generations yet to come.
“One of the greatest gifts we can leave isn’t simply an inheritance,” Guy says. “It’s the opportunity for others to experience the same compassion and assistance that has always defined our fraternity.”
Creating a charitable gift through your will doesn’t have to be complicated, nor does it require extraordinary wealth. For many families, a simple provision in an existing will or trust allows them to make one of the most meaningful gifts they will ever give—without affecting their financial security during their lifetime.
During Make-A-Will Month, the North Carolina Masonic Foundation encourages every Brother and supporter to consider two important questions:
- Have you created a will that protects those you love?
- Does your will reflect the charitable values you’ve lived throughout your life?
By remembering the North Carolina Masonic Foundation in your estate plans, you help build a permanent charitable legacy that will continue supporting Masonic relief, education, and the future of our fraternity for years to come.
Like Guy Cline, your legacy can become an enduring expression of the values you’ve spent a lifetime living.
Your will tells the story of what mattered most. Thank you for considering making the North Carolina Masonic Foundation part of yours.
Interested in learning more?
A planned gift can be as simple as including a bequest to the North Carolina Masonic Foundation in your will or trust. If you’d like to learn more about leaving a lasting charitable legacy, we’d be honored to have a confidential conversation with you.
