Create a Legacy That Shapes the Future of Medicine

August is National Make-A-Will Month

— the perfect time to protect your loved ones and consider a planned gift supporting osteopathic medicine's future.

Why Make a Will?

Creating a will is one of the most meaningful acts of care you can do for your loved ones and the causes that matter most to you.

  • Protect your family and express your wishes clearly
  • Provide peace of mind for the future
  • Leave a lasting impact on future generations

When you include a gift to the WVSOM Foundation in your will, you’re investing in future osteopathic physicians — students who will serve with skill, compassion, and purpose

How to Leave a Gift to the WVSOM Foundation

  • Bequests: Include a specific amount, percentage, or remainder in your will or trust.
  • Beneficiary Designations: Name us as a beneficiary of retirement plans, life insurance, or donor-advised funds.
  • Gifts of Appreciated Assets: Contribute real estate, stock, or other long-term assets

Legal Name:

WVSOM Foundation, Inc.

Tax ID (EIN):

51-0163180

Address:

400 Lee Street North, Lewisburg, WV 24901
We recommend consulting your financial or legal advisor when planning your gift. Our team is also happy to speak with you confidentially about your options.

Let Us Know About Your Legacy Gift

If you’ve already included the WVSOM Foundation in your estate plans — thank you. Please let us know so we can honor your wishes, thank you properly, and welcome you to our Legacy Society (if you choose).

2025 Foundation Make a Will - Estate Planning Guide

Planning Giving Form

Email:

Phone: 304-793-6852

Student Spontlight: Morgan's Story

Morgan Christian
“Receiving a scholarship helped lift a financial burden and allowed me to focus fully on becoming a doctor. I’ll never forget the people who made that possible.”

—Morgan Christian, WVSOM Student

Join Society 1972

WVSOM Societ 1972

Society 1972 recognizes generous individuals who have included the WVSOM Foundation in their estate plans. Named for the founding year of the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, the Society honors your commitment to advancing the school’s mission through planned giving.

As a member of Society 1972, you will receive:

  • Recognition in Foundation publications (if desired)
  • Invitations to special events
  • Exclusive updates from the WVSOM Foundation and School leadership

There is no minimum gift amount to join — notify us of your intention to include WVSOM Foundation in your plans.

Note: Gifts that benefit the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine must be made payable to the WVSOM Foundation, Inc. The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization and your gift may be tax-deductible as allowed by law.

Need help?

Estate planning can be overwhelming, there are many resources online to help. Find a services that best fits you or consult your financial advisor.

FreeWill offers free online Estate planning tools.