August 4, 2025

Create Your Legacy of Healing: Free Estate Planning for Our Community

At California Hospital Medical Center Foundation, we believe that humankindness means advancing care for the whole person—extending far beyond hospital walls to help our community plan for the future and create lasting impact across downtown Los Angeles. This Make-A-Will Month, we're pleased to announced that we've partnered with FreeWill, a free online resource that helps you create or update your will and protect what you love.

A critical gap in estate planning

71% of Americans don't have a will or trust, leaving families unprotected when the unexpected happens. Without proper planning, the probate process can take 9 to 18 months and cost up to 10% of an estate's value, adding stress and financial burden during difficult times.

Introducing free estate planning tools

We're proud to offer a new free resource through our partnership with FreeWill. This secure online platform allows you to create or update your will at no cost, making estate planning accessible and straightforward for everyone in our community.

This free, user-friendly tool guides you through every step with confidence, ensuring your priorities are honored and your loved ones are protected.

Your legacy of humankindness

Having a will protects your family and provides peace of mind. But it also creates an opportunity to extend your impact beyond your lifetime. Create lasting impact across downtown Los Angeles by including California Hospital Medical Center Foundation in your will or trust.

When you include our Foundation in your estate plans, you ensure that:

Compassionate care continues for generations
Vital community programs remain strong
Humankindness reaches those who need it most

Your legacy can be a gift of healing, today, tomorrow, and always.

Serving the whole person

This resource reflects our commitment to whole-person care—body, mind, and spirit. Just as we provide medical care, we recognize the importance of mental well-being and the peace of mind that comes from having your affairs in order.

We're honored to share these free, easy-to-use planned giving tools powered by FreeWill with our entire community, including donors, employees, and the families we serve.

Ready to start your legacy?

Creating your will is easier than you think. The FreeWill platform is secure, allowing you to work at your own pace and save progress as you go. Whether you're just beginning to consider estate planning or ready to include charitable giving in your plans, now is the perfect time to take action.

Your future self—and the downtown Los Angeles community we serve together—will benefit from this important step toward creating a lasting legacy of healing and hope.

Questions about this partnership or need assistance? Contact Susan Shum Susan.Shum@CommonSpirit.org or (213) 742-5662. Together, we can ensure humankindness continues for generations to come.

The gift planning information presented is intended to be general. It is not to be considered tax, legal or financial advice. Please consult your own personal advisors prior to any decision.