Inheritance of Hope

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Inheritance of Hope is a non-profit organization that inspires hope in young families facing the loss of a parent. Through counseling and retreat programs, Inheritance of Hope helps families navigate the challenges of a parent's terminal illness. Inheritance of Hope was founded by Kristen and Deric Milligan and rose from their efforts to deal with raising three young children during Kristen's battle with liver cancer.

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History

Following her liver cancer diagnosis in 2003, Kristen Milligan was unable to find resources to help her children through the process, so she wrote her own book, A Train's Rust, A Toy Maker's Love, aimed at children facing the loss of a parent. As she progressed through her battle, she authored three more books, including Consider It Pure Joy, aimed at terminally ill parents. Milligan and husband Deric then went on to found Inheritance of Hope to helps families like their own. Kristen died on October 26, 2012.

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Services

As a leader in legacy development, Inheritance of Hope provides several services:

• Legacy Retreats: all-expenses-paid experiences where families can create memories and obtain the tools to navigate the challenges of terminal illness. Families from 38 states have attended a Legacy Retreat in Orlando, FL or New York City. In Orlando, families visit Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and SeaWorld. In New York, families visit many tourist attractions, including Times Square, Statue of Liberty, Radio City Music Hall, and Top of the Rock.
• Legacy Scholarships: annually awarded to a college-bound student who is living with a terminally ill parent and who demonstrates a compelling personal and financial need, a strong sense of family, and collegiate promise.
• Legacy communities available for children with a terminally ill parent, terminally ill parents, and caregivers.
• Resources (books, webinars, and literature) for the entire family

The organization's products and services provide direct benefits for the children and a proactive, therapeutic focus for the parent. Furthermore, Inheritance of Hope believes that preparing for the death of a parent while they are living will yield significant long-term benefits for children and loved ones, thereby minimizing the potentially catastrophic impact. Inheritance of Hope is a faith-based organization - welcoming families of all faiths and backgrounds while serving under the core-beliefs of the Christian faith.

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Team Inheritance of Hope

Team Inheritance of Hope (Team IoH) is a group of athletes who represent Inheritance of Hope at various events to raise awareness of Inheritance of Hope's activities. Team IoH runners have participated in many events, including the TCS NYC Marathon, the Marine Corps Marathon, Volley for the Cure, Big Sur Marathon, and the NYC Half Marathon. Annually, Inheritance of Hope hosts its Legacy Run, a Half Marathon/5K/Kids' Fun Run annual event in Brevard, North Carolina that serves as a fundraiser to send more families on a life-changing Legacy Retreat.

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Awards

On May 24, 2016, Co-Founder & CEO, Deric Milligan, was recognized by "the one hundred," an organization by the Mass General Cancer Center that recognizes 100 everyday amazing groups and individuals who are changing how we fight cancer.

On June 5, 2015, Co-Founder Kristen Milligan, posthumously received the John W. Kuykendall Award for Community Service. The award recognizes Davidson College alumni who have provided extraordinary service to their community, demonstrating leadership through servanthood.

On May 9, 2015, the National Ethnic Coalition of Organizations (NECO) presented the 29th annual Ellis Island Medals of Honor ceremony on Ellis Island in New York City. Inheritance of Hope Co-Founder and CEO, Deric Milligan, was honored as a 2015 recipient for his dedication serving families facing the loss of a parent. Other notable guests included Jay Baker (President, Kohls), Edward Creagan (Mayo Clinic), Richard Gelfond (CEO, IMAX), Howard Lutnick (CEO, Cantor Fitzgerald), Sandra Day O'Connor (Supreme Court Justice), Mariano Rivera (NY Yankees), Frank Shankwitz (Founder, Make-a-Wish), and Meredith Vieira (TV personality).

In March 2015, Co-Founder, Kristen Milligan, was posthumously inducted into the Harrison School for the Arts Hall of Fame for her demonstrated leadership, creativity, and innovation in many ways, most notably in her approach to a terminal diagnosis.

In May 2014, Inheritance of Hope was recognized as a "Top 10 Children's Charity" by Theravive, a network of licensed therapists and psychologists.

Since 2011, Inheritance of Hope has earned a "Top-Rated" rating from GreatNonProfits.org.

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Leadership

Inheritance of Hope is led by a volunteer Board of Directors and administered by paid professional staff.

Board of Directors

• Dr. O.P. Cooper, President: Assistant Professor of Media and Technology, University of West Georgia
• Tara Aliotta: Partner, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
• Mike Barrett: Principal/Founder, Diligent Innovations
• Dan Barcus: Executive Director of Digital Marketing Strategy & SEO, Comcast Cable
• Richard Birney: Senior Advisor, Spurrier Capital Partners and Genesis Venture Capital
• Dan Dix: Senior Director at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals
• Paul Grady: COO (retired) Amerigas
• Mark Shaw: President and CEO, CJ Group, U.S. operations
• Deric Milligan, Co-Founder and CEO
• Troy Steiner: Vice President of Operations, Graphics Service Bureau

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References

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Further reading

• "Gardner-Webb University: Dimensions with speaker Deric Milligan". Shelby Star. November 10, 2017. 
• "Founder of Inheritance of Hope to Speak at Gardner-Webb". Office of Gardner-Webb Communications. November 8, 2017. 
• "Share Your Talent". Post Bulletin. November 6, 2017. 
• "Kendra Scott Benefits Charity". Houston Culture Map. October 17, 2017. 
• "Holley Day with Kendra Scott". CBS Austin. October 13, 2017. 
• "Kendra Scott and Breast Cancer Research". FOX 7 Austin. October 6, 2017. 
• "Kendra Scott Supports Inheritance of Hope and Breast Cancer Research". Austin360.com. October 2, 2017. 
• "Celebrating Holley Day". Kendra Scott. September 29, 2017. 
• "Lakeland Scholarship Recipient Holds on to Hope, Mother's Servant Heart". The Ledger. July 17, 2017. 
• "Four to Run for Charity Started by Friend". The Cornwall Local. July 7, 2017. 
• "Team to Compete in 22.4 Mile Race in Wheelchair". The Post Bulletin. July 5, 2017. 
• "Legacy Of Hope". The Transylvania Times. May 8, 2017. 
• "Legacy Trips Help Northern Colorado Families". The Reporter Herald. April 29, 2017. 
• "Brevard Hosts Legacy Run Next Saturday". The Transylvania Times. April 27, 2017. 
• "Fundraiser Raises Money for Families Dealing with Terminal Illness". Windsor Now. April 18, 2017. 
• "Finding Hope in New York City". Central Oregonian. December 2, 2016. 
• "A True Legacy of Winning Ways". RuthBrennanMorrey.com. December 1, 2016. 
• "Cancer Center to Honor Inheritance of Hope Founder". Transylvania Times. May 9, 2016. 
• "Community Embraces Hope". Transylvania Times. May 5, 2016. 
• "Legacy Run To Include Half Marathon". Transylvania Times. April 25, 2016. 
• "Deric Milligan brings young families together for life-changing getaways". The One Hundred. March 21, 2016. 
• "Inaugural Event Benefited Inheritance of Hope". The Post Bulletin. July 20, 2015. 
• "Brevard Community Makes National Impact". The Ledger. June 15, 2015. 
• Cashman, Ken (May 29, 2015). "Former Resident Gets National Medal". The Cornwall Local. 
• "National Award Given To 'Inheritance" Founder". The Ledger. May 14, 2015. 
• "Harrison Center Gives Honors to Women: 4 Inducted Into Hall Of Fame". The Ledger. March 13, 2015. 
• "Shining Examples: 4 Polk School Graduates Honored For Achievements". The Ledger. June 6, 2015. 
• "2015 Hall of Fame". Polk County Public Schools. June 5, 2015. 
• Beaver, Erin (April 28, 2015). "Honored For a Legacy of Hope". West Point Band. 
• "Wet Weather Doesn't Stop Hopeful Runners". The Transylvania Times. April 30, 2015. 
• Bedell, Barbara (August 30, 2015). "Former West Point Band member, will receive the Ellis Island Medal of Honor". Times Herald Record. 
• Pera, Eric (March 11, 2015). "Harrison Arts Center Establishes Hall of Fame". The Ledger. 
• "Pack 701 Provides Some Hope". The Transylvania Times. August 30, 2015. Retrieved 7 May 2015. 
• "Kristen Is Gone But Left A Legacy For Families Facing Terminal Illness". Davidson News. October 25, 2012. Retrieved 9 June 2015. 
• Galbus, Holly (February 12, 2014). "Retreat Fills Family With Hope". The Post Bulletin. 
• "Local Charity Holds First Outing". Cornwall-on-hudson.com. August 26, 2008. Retrieved 21 January 2014. 
• Ferguson, Lance (March 13, 2015). "Harrison Center Gives Honors to Women: Four Inducted Into Hall of Fame". The Associated Press. 
• Wilson, Michael (July 3, 2008). "Woman With Terminal Cancer Teaches About Inheritance Of Hope". The Ledger. 
• Writer, Staff (May 30, 2014). "Top 10 Children's Charities in North America". Theravive. 
• "Local Nonprofit to Take Terminally Ill Parents with Children on Family Retreat". Putnam County News and Recorder. June 4, 2008. 
• Schultz, Ted (February 26, 2015). "East senior honoring mother's legacy with fundraiser". The Republic. 
• "USMA Musician, Touched by Terminal Illness, Helps Others". U.S. Army Bands online. April 22, 2008. Retrieved 21 January 2014. 
• Peckenham, Nancy (April 21, 2008). "Woman's Book Explains Illness, Hope to Kids". Cornwall-on-hudson.com. Retrieved 21 January 2014. 
• Stegall, Sarah (March 9, 2008). "Woman With Cancer Writes Book for Children". The Ledger. 
• Lamar, Caroline Maynard (January 22, 2011). "Going Goofy: Disney Runs Benefit Inheritance of Hope". The Daily Times. 
• Wen, Julia (May 26, 2014). "Leaving a Legacy: Inheritance of Hope". Credo. 
• Writer, Staff (March 11, 2013). "Milligan Creates Inheritance of Hope- Brevard, NC". The Transylvania Times. 
• Desmond, Jaletta Albright (March 11, 2013). "Kristen is gone, but left a legacy for families facing terminal illness". Davidson News. 
• Brock, Jon (March 18, 2013). "A Tribute to the Inspiration Behind Pain Resource". Pain Resource. 
• Stegall, Sarah (March 18, 2013). "Former Lakeland Couple Helping Others Make Memories". The Ledger. 

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External links

• Official website

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