Dear Reader,

In just under two weeks, Americans will take to the polls to determine the direction of the country. In the home stretch of the election, OpenSecrets is bringing you nonpartisan, independent, and up-to-date data to ensure you have all the information you need to make your decision.

Though the future of the country may feel uncertain, your future doesn’t have to be. This week is National Estate Planning Awareness Week, an opportunity to make clear decisions for your family, your estate, and the causes you value.

Just as OpenSecrets shines a light on the finances of politicians to promote transparency, you have the opportunity to bring that same transparency and peace of mind to your loved ones—and can even create a legacy that supports our mission. 

We’ve partnered with FreeWill to offer you a free, easy-to-use tool that enables you to create a legal will in under 20 minutes. 

In addition to making clear decisions about your family’s future, you can decide what causes your legacy will support. By including a gift in your plans to OpenSecrets, you support nonpartisan research, transparency, and accountability.

A gift of any size in your plans costs nothing today but will strengthen good government for years to come.

At OpenSecrets, we believe that informed, intentional decisions are the key to a better future—for both our nation and your loved ones. Take a moment before Election Day to make your voice heard.

With appreciation,

P.S. If you’ve already created an estate plan and included a gift to support OpenSecrets, please let us know here.