Support Us

Help Kendal Thrive

Those involved in the beginning of the first Kendal community set a tone of generosity—of spirit, of time, of talent, and of resources. Kendal at Lexington’s very existence is by virtue of the generosity of area residents, community leaders, and the Bartenstein family, who donated the picturesque 84 acres our community calls home.

This spirit of generosity continues to characterize life at Kendal at Lexington through gifts that have provided financial assistance for residents, supported staff development and recognition, and made capital improvements possible.

As a not-for-profit organization, we also greatly appreciate contributions from family, friends and employers.

Ways to Give

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Give to Kendal Today

• You can make an immediate impact today by making an undesignated gift or to support one of Kendal’s funds listed below that support the programs and services that mean the most to you.
• If you benefit from affiliation with a corporate matching gift program, increase the impact of your support for Kendal at Lexington by requesting a matching gift.
• Qualified Charitable Distributions alsoare a savvy way to make a direct gift from your IRA if you are 70½ or older. This option may offer tax advantages.

Leave a Legacy at Kendal

Planned giving is a special way to make a lasting difference in our community. By including a gift to Kendal at Lexington in your will, trust, or as a beneficiary of your retirement or insurance plan, you help ensure that future community members receive the same care and support that matters to you today. Your legacy will live on, providing comfort and opportunity for generations to come.

The Jeanne Kibbee Legacy Society

If you choose to donate to Kendal at Lexington through your estate and share your plans with us, you will be invited to join our legacy group named in honor of Kibbee, a long-time resident who provided the first estate gift in 2005. Whether or not you choose to be recognized publicly as a member, you will become part of our community’s story, its history and its future, and you will create a lasting impact for generations to come.

Giving Funds

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Enhance the Staff Experience

• Barbara Brown Educational Endowment supports staff members as they advance their career skills and education. Your gift specifically supports the long-term investment of this endowed fund.
• Staff Appreciation Fund allows for a biannual bonus to acknowledge the dedicated Kendal staff.
• Staff Development/Educational Fund facilitates leadership training and educational opportunities for staff.

Support Assistance for Residents 

• Huntley Fellowship Endowment assures that residents whose financial resources have been unavoidably depleted may continue to reside in the Kendal community. Your gift specifically supports the long-term investment of this endowed fund.
• Fellowship Fund support can be used immediately to ensurethat residents whose financial resources have been depleted may continue to reside in the Kendal community.
• Borden Health Center Fund supports the programs and residents of the skilled nursing center that is open to members of the wider community.
• Webster Assisted Living Fund supports the programs and residents of the assisted living center that is open to members of the wider community.

Impactful, Flexible Giving

• Unrestricted Fund support allows Kendal leadership the flexibility to respond to urgent needs, sustain essential programs, and invest in new opportunities for our community. This support is allocated where it is needed most, ensuring the community remains strong, resilient, and able to serve everyone effectively.

Help Maintain Kendal Facilities

• Sunnyside House Fund supports upkeep of the cherished early 19^th-century farmhouse that accommodates overnight guests and serves as a venue for special events.
• Campus Beautification Fund supports landscaping enhancements to our gorgeous 84-acre campus.

Planned Giving Options

• Bequests made through your will or living trust are one of the simplest ways to make a planned gift and allow you to retain your assets during your lifetime. You can specify a dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or a particular asset.
• Beneficiary Designations can name Kendal as a beneficiary of your retirement account, life insurance policy, or other financial assets. This is a straightforward way to support our mission without changing your will.
• Charitable Gift Annuities or Trusts allow you to make a gift while also providing income for yourself or your loved ones, with the remaining funds supporting our community in the future.