Since 1922, Toledo Memorial Park has been a place of remembrance, reflection and community. Over the years, the Park has grown to 180 acres of developed land and now serves as the final resting place for more than 89,000 people, including more than 14,000 veterans.
What makes this longevity possible is the Park’s unique structure. As a nonprofit cemetery, Toledo Memorial Park is funded in part by investment trusts. These trusts set aside money that is carefully invested, with the earnings used to help maintain the grounds, memorials and facilities year after year.
How Trusts Work for Nonprofits
For nonprofit organizations like Toledo Memorial Park, investment trusts act like a financial safety net. Instead of spending all the funds at once, the main amount (called the principal) is preserved and invested. Only the income generated from those investments is used to support ongoing needs. This ensures that the organization has a reliable source of funding not just today, but for decades to come.
Why Families Can Feel Confident
Because Toledo Memorial Park is supported by these trusts, families can feel confident that the Park will always be cared for, no matter what the future brings. The trust model provides stability, long-term planning and peace of mind. All of this helps the Park honor its mission of remembrance for generations to come.