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Maria and Gene Bradford

Maria and Gene Bradford

The Zoo is like family to us. We appreciated the opportunity to participate in a benefit for Zoo friends that helped us put together our estate plan .

The process helped us articulate our values and come to agreement about what was important to us both individually and as a couple. There was no pressure to do anything other than explore our own goals and dreams.

The Thompson & Associates program gave us the tools to work with our financial and legal advisors to create a legacy plan we are proud of, which for us includes a bequest for the Zoo.

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To learn how you can use your estate plan to provide for those you love, contact the Planned Giving Office at (314) 646-4973 or [email protected] today.


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