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Our Friends Are Leaving a Legacy for Devereux!
Thursday, June 11, 2009
(National)
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In recent years, some of the most significant gifts to Devereux have come from estates. These gifts help Devereux grow and prosper, now and in the future.
It’s easy to become one of these farsighted individuals. If you already have a will, you can add a gift to us through a codicil (amendment). Any asset for which you can designate a beneficiary can also be contributed whole or in part, such as an IRA and a paid-up life insurance policy. Other assets that you can bequeath include cash, securities, real estate, CDs, U.S. Savings Bonds (especially Series HH) and personal property.
The gift can be specific, a particular item such as artwork or an amount of cash; residual for all or a portion of the estate after specific bequests have been distributed; or contingent, which takes effect only in specific circumstances that you define, e.g., if all heirs predecease you.
Because Devereux must ensure that objects acquired are appropriate to our mission, we ask that you contact us in advance if your bequest is for something other than cash or appreciated, marketable securities.
Leaving unrestricted dollars enables Devereux to use your gift where the need is the greatest. The language below is sufficient to ensure that your gift is directed to us.
“I give [the residue of my estate] or [____% of my estate] or [the sum of ____ dollars] to The Devereux Foundation in Villanova, Pennsylvania (EIN 23-1390618).” Or, you may designate a specific Devereux center at its location.
Leaving restricted gifts is appreciated as well. If you wish to designate your gift to a specific program or use, please discuss your plans with us in advance to ensure that your wishes can be carried out.
If you wish to make a legacy gift, we would be pleased to work with you and your advisor to determine the gift that best suits your situation and interests. Contact Mike Molloy, National Director of Development, at 610-542-4472 or mmolloy@devereux.org. |
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