Leave a Legacy with the American Orchid Society

Let your love of orchids bloom for generations.

Since 1921, the American Orchid Society has inspired a global community of orchid enthusiasts through education, conservation, and research. By including AOS in your estate or financial plans—or by making a gift today—you help ensure that this important work continues to flourish long into the future.

Legacy Giving: A Lasting Impact

A legacy gift to the American Orchid Society is a meaningful way to reflect your values and passion. Whether through your will or a gift during your lifetime, your support sustains the beauty and biodiversity of orchids for generations to come.

Popular Ways to Give:

🌿 Bequests
Include AOS in your will or living trust—either as a specific dollar amount or a percentage of your estate. This simple and flexible option allows you to support orchids while retaining full control of your assets during your lifetime.

🌸 Beneficiary Designations
Name AOS as a beneficiary of your retirement plan, life insurance policy, bank account, or donor-advised fund. Just complete a form from your provider—no attorney needed.

🌿 Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) Gifts
Make a grant from your DAF now or designate AOS as a successor beneficiary. It’s a great way to support our mission while maximizing your charitable impact.

🌺 Gifts of Stock or Securities
Giving appreciated securities may provide you with significant tax advantages and can be made during your lifetime or through your estate.

Give Today. Shape Tomorrow.

While many legacy gifts are planned for the future, some donors choose to make a gift today and experience the joy of seeing their generosity at work. Whether it’s a DAF grant, a stock donation, or another form of support, your gift makes a real and immediate difference for orchid lovers and conservation efforts around the world.

Already included AOS in your plans? Please let us know! We’d be honored to thank you and welcome you into our Legacy Circle. 

The AOS Legacy Giving Task Force is a part of the Development Committee charged with developing a donation strategy that focuses on orchid lovers everywhere wanting to promote their passion they loved and that the next generations of orchid lovers can be cultivated and supported.

Your Legacy. Our Future.

Every gift—today or in the future—helps preserve the wonder of orchids and ensures the American Orchid Society continues to educate, inspire, and protect. Together, we can nurture the next generation of orchid lovers.

For more information, contact us at THEAOS@aos.org or 305-740-2010, or speak with your professional advisor.

Let your legacy be as extraordinary and enduring as the orchids you love.