Celebrating Life and Legacy: An Evening with Pulse Life Advocates
June 27, 2025
By Sue McEntee
It was a beautiful summer evening when the annual summer house party took place, filling the air with a sense of purpose and community.
The gathering was dedicated to raising awareness and funding for Pulse Life Advocates (formerly known as Iowans for Life).
For more than 50 years, Pulse Life Advocates has been a steadfast defender of pro-life values, tirelessly advocating for the unborn at the legislative level, speaking at various events across Iowa, educating classrooms, and promoting pro-life principles among our youth.
The event not only celebrated the organization’s enduring legacy but also looked forward to a future where the sanctity of life is cherished and protected.
Connecting Hearts, Charitable Giving
The Catholic Foundation of Southwest Iowa had the honor of joining the festivities.
They were invited to share insights on how attendees could channel their generosity into impactful charitable giving, whether through immediate gifts or planned giving for the future.
The goal? To provide meaningful ways for supporters to contribute to Pulse Life Advocates, ensuring the continuation of their vital work.
Engaging With Donors, Creative Giving Solutions
In the weeks following the event, the Catholic Foundation engaged with numerous donors who were eager to explore different methods of giving.
The conversations highlighted the advantages of giving through gifts of stock and gifts of grain, offering donors tax benefits while maximizing their support for Pulse Life Advocates.
The Power of Planned Giving
One of the key discussions centered around planned giving.
Donors were told how they could leave a lasting legacy by including Pulse Life Advocates in their estate plans.
Whether through bequests, charitable remainder trusts, or other planned giving vehicles, these contributions ensure that the mission of Pulse Life Advocates will endure for generations to come.
A Community United for Life
The summer house party was a testament to the power of community and the impact of collective action.
Attendees left with a renewed sense of purpose, knowing that their support, whether immediate or planned, would help safeguard the rights of the unborn and promote a culture of life.
The Catholic Foundation of Southwest Iowa was proud to be part of this journey, and ready to help you or your Catholic organization with information on Catholic values estate planning. For more information, reach out to 515-237-5044 or email smcentee@cfswia.org.
Sue McEntee is the executive director of the Catholic Foundation of Southwest Iowa.