The Duchesne Society
A Lasting Gift.
Duchesne Society members make a profound contribution to the school via deferred gifts through life insurance, IRAs, wills and trust agreements.
The society is named for St. Philippine Rose Duchesne, RSCJ, who brought Sacred Heart Education to the United States, because society members demonstrate their commitment to Sacred Heart education by planning gifts that will benefit generations to come. Such benevolence is not marked by levels of giving but by a generosity of spirit that ensures Convent & Stuart Hall will continue to meet higher aspirations with every graduating class.
To become a member of the Duchesne Society, simply notify the Advancement Office of your intentions. We can provide sample bequest language and work with you and your advisors to ensure that the terms of your bequest can be fulfilled. Above all, we want you to achieve your philanthropic and financial goals.
If you have already included Convent & Stuart Hall in your estate plans (and haven't previously notified us), please let us know. We value your close connection and deep appreciation for Sacred Heart education in San Francisco. Duchesne Society members can choose to be recognized in the school's publications or to remain anonymous, and membership involves no dues or obligations of any kind.
For more information regarding the Duchesne Society, please contact Sarah Huard Leffert at 415.345.5803 or sarah.leffert@sacredsf.org.
Information contained herein was accurate at the time of posting. The information on this website is not intended as legal or tax advice. For such advice, please consult an attorney or tax advisor. Figures cited in any examples are for illustrative purposes only. References to tax rates include federal taxes only and are subject to change. State law may further impact your individual results. California residents: Annuities are subject to regulation by the State of California. Payments under such agreements, however, are not protected or otherwise guaranteed by any government agency or the California Life and Health Insurance Guarantee Association. Oklahoma residents: A charitable gift annuity is not regulated by the Oklahoma Insurance Department and is not protected by a guaranty association affiliated with the Oklahoma Insurance Department. South Dakota residents: Charitable gift annuities are not regulated by and are not under the jurisdiction of the South Dakota Division of Insurance.