Sample Bequest Language

Unrestricted Gift: A designated gift to the ministry that can be used where most needed.

I give, devise and bequeath to Heart of the City Foundation $_______* to be used for its general purposes.

Residuary Bequest: A gift from the remainder of your estate after all other bequests have been paid.

I give, devise and bequeath to Heart of the City Foundation _______ percent of the residue of my estate to be used for its general purposes.

Contingency Gift: A gift that takes effect only if your primary intention can’t be met.

In the event that ___________ predeceases me, I give, devise and bequeath his/her bequest or share to Heart of the City Foundation to be used for its general purposes.

* Rather than leaving a sum certain, you can include language that refers to a percentage of your estate or a description of the property you wish to give.

Bequest provisions designated for a specific program or activity require additional language. Please schedule a conversation with us in advance to ensure that your intentions are properly understood.