PLANNED GIVING

The Roots Society: Your Musical Legacy Lives On

Create Your Legacy with The Freight

Since 1968, The Freight has been a sanctuary for authentic musical expressions. We continue to honor our heritage while embracing innovative ways to preserve, perform, and pass down musical traditions that connect us all.

By including The Freight in your estate plans, you become a member of The Roots Society—ensuring that authentic music will resonate within our walls for generations to come.

Your Impact

YOUR IMPACT

Your planned gift provides essential support for The Freight’s mission:

• Preserving diverse musical traditions

• Supporting educational programs for new generations

• Ensuring The Freight remains accessible to our community

• Honoring your personal connection to the music you love

WAYS TO GIVE

• Bequest in your will or trust

• Retirement account beneficiary designation

• Life insurance beneficiary designation

• Charitable gift annuity

• Charitable remainder trust

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BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

Roots Society members receive:

• Recognition in our annual donor listing (with permission)

• Invitations to exclusive events

• Special acknowledgment at select performances

• A commemorative Roots Society pin

Already Included Us?

If you’ve already included The Freight in your estate plans, please complete this form. We’d like to thank you and welcome you to The Roots Society.

Philanthropy Department
(510) 644-2020 ext. 128
development@thefreight.org

Your support ensures our musical traditions continue for generations to come!