Gifts from Your Will or Trust
Need to preserve assets? You can plan a gift to us that will take effect only after your other obligations are fulfilled.
How It Works
- Include a gift to Marine Corps Heritage Foundation in your will or trust. (Here is sample bequest language for your will.)
- Your bequest will support the overall mission of the Foundation.
- Indicate that you would like a percentage of the balance remaining in your estate or trust, or indicate a specific amount.
- Tell us about your gift so we may celebrate your generosity now.
Benefits
- Your assets remain in your control during your lifetime.
- You can modify your gift to address changing circumstances.
- You can direct your gift to a particular purpose (be sure to check with us to make sure your gift can be used as intended).
- Under current tax law, there is no upper limit on the estate tax deduction for your charitable bequests.
Please click here to let us know if you have already included Marine Corps Heritage Foundation in your estate plan or if you are considering doing so. Thank you.
Important Related Topics
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- More detail about gifts from your will or trust.
- Frequently asked questions.
- Estate Planning Guide.
- Download: 25 Estate Documents You Need to Put in One Place.
- Contact us so we can assist you through every step.
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Create a Permanent Tribute on the National Museum of the Marine Corps' Historic Grounds
Leave your mark on history and honor someone who has served our nation. The Marine Corps Heritage Foundation’s Commemorative Brick Program offers a unique way to recognize Marines, veterans, family members, and friends while supporting the Museum’s mission to preserve Marine Corps history.
Each personalized brick is permanently installed along the pathways of Semper Fidelis Memorial Park at the National Museum of the Marine Corps — a breathtaking setting that overlooks the Museum and pays tribute to the service and sacrifice of all Marines.
A Meaningful Gift and Lasting Tribute
For a $300 donation, your brick will be engraved with your personal message and placed in this scenic and historic setting overlooking the Museum.
Engraving Details:
- Up to 3 lines of text
- 20 characters per line (including spaces and punctuation)
Each brick is a testament to the Marine Corps legacy and helps preserve and share Marine Corps history for generations to come.

Order Your Commemorative Brick Today
Make your lasting tribute by ordering your brick online. Your donation supports the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation’s mission to preserve the history, traditions, and culture of the Marine Corps.

Visit Your Brick at Semper Fidelis Memorial Park
Once installed, we welcome you to visit your tribute brick in Semper Fidelis Memorial Park — a peaceful space dedicated to reflecting on the service and sacrifice of all Marines.
Use the Online Brick Locator to search by name, brick number, city, state, or inscription for a detailed map of each commemorative brick installed on the Museum grounds.
For best results, we recommend entering information into one field only and clicking Submit.