"Talk about making an impact on the world!"

Barbara Elder, Mississippi
part of the World Vision family since 2005

Barbara is all about caring for children. Reminiscing about her years teaching preschool, she says, "I never made much money, but I loved it."

Now retired, Barbara keeps finding new ways to help children–from starting a food pantry to sponsoring a child. "I love children, and I've always had a heart for the poor," she says.

Earlier this year, Barbara discovered yet another way to make a difference: she set up a gift annuity through World Vision. "It's the perfect vehicle for me. I get extra income, and World Vision gets the money they need to fund their wonderful projects."

Barbara appreciates the steady source of income, especially in turbulent times like these. "I get a quarterly payment–it's actually a better return than I would get on a CD right now. I took some money out of a mutual fund to create my gift annuity, and I'm glad I did."

But what Barbara appreciates most is knowing that children will benefit from her gift. "As I get older, sometimes I feel like I can't do as much," she explains. "Yet with a gift annuity, my money works for me to help others. It's a win-win!"

A gift annuity allows Barbara to do more than she could have otherwise. "I wouldn't have been able to make an outright gift of this size, except by doing it this way. It feels good knowing that when I'm gone, my money will continue to serve those in need."

Learn how a gift annuity can help you receive income for life and leave a legacy to the children of the world, call 1.800.426.5753 or email giftplanning@worldvision.org

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