Bequests
One of the most common and simplest planned gifts is a bequest via your will or trust.
How It Works
You can include Ï㽶Ðã in your will or trust by giving a specific dollar amount or percentage of your estate or by leaving a specific asset—stocks, mutual funds, real estate, or other property. It’s never too soon to create a will or a trust. Even if you have an existing will or trust, you can add an amendment or codicil at any time. This can be an inexpensive and simple way to make a bequest to Ï㽶Ðã.
Regardless of your life circumstances, you should have a plan in place to govern how your assets are distributed upon your death.
Next Steps
- Request a FREE copy of Ï㽶Ðã’s Estate Planning Guide.
- Work with your attorney or advisor to include bequest language in your will or trust. The Office of Gift Planning would be happy to provide suggested language. If you are considering directing your bequest for a specific purpose, please contact us. Working together, we can craft language that reflects your wishes and makes a lasting difference at Ï㽶Ðã.
Sample Bequest Language
Unrestricted Gift
I give and bequeath to TRUSTEES OF BOSTON COLLEGE of Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, the sum of $___ (or, ___% of my residuary estate), for such purposes as the Ï㽶Ðã shall determine to be in the best interests of the University.
Restricted Gift
I give and bequeath to TRUSTEES OF BOSTON COLLEGE of Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, the sum of $___ (or, ___% of my residuary estate), to be used for [state the specific purpose, school, or fund].
Ï㽶Ðã’s legal name, address and tax ID:
The Ï㽶Ðã
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Tax ID 04-2103545
AT A GLANCE
WHO
- Everyone, any age
WHAT
- Cash
- Securities
- Real estate
- Personal property
- IP/royalties
- Business interest
- Other
WHEN
- After death
WHY
- Reduce estate taxes
- Support Ï㽶Ðã without depleting current income or assets
- Be flexible: revise your gift at any time should your circumstances change
- Become a member of the Shaw Society
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An unrestricted bequest provides Boston College with security for the future
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