National Make a Will Month: A Month to Prepare for the Future
This August, the YMCA of the Northern Sky continues its focus on helping families prepare for the future. We are shining a spotlight on this crucial issue. The simple act of completing a will. In honor of National Make-A-Will Month, the Y invites our community to take a proactive approach towards shaping their future and legacy. And the best part of this simple step? You are able to complete this process in about 20 minutes for free.
We partner with FreeWill, an online platform that makes estate planning simple and accessible for our entire community. By doing so, families are able to spend a weekend and prepare for their future with a new will and guardianship of their children.
Why is creating a will so important?
→ Peace of mind: A will allows you to protect your loved ones and pets, so you know that they will be cared for no matter what.
→ Security: Creating your will and estate plan allows you to communicate important financial and healthcare decisions so you are prepared for the future.
→ Impact: By including an optional legacy gift in your will, you provide lasting support to the Y, enriching the lives of our community members for generations to come.
This National Make-A-Will Month, we invite you to consider the value of preparing for the future and leaving a lasting legacy for your loved ones and your community. Your actions today can create ripples of positive change for tomorrow.
What better way to provide that peace of mind for you and your family! Take 20 minutes and complete this step today.
See you at the Y!
Steve Smith,
President and CEO, YMCA of the Northern Sky
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Please note: Neither the Y nor FreeWill provides legal advice. FreeWill is not a law firm, nor are its services substitutes for an attorney’s advice. If you have specific questions as to how FreeWill may be helpful for your personal situation, we recommend reaching out to an attorney.
Posted on: August 24, 2026