Sample wording to consider when creating your legacy gift

Below is the reccomended language to use when donating your assets

Residue of your estate:

I give, devise, and bequeath to The Baycrest Centre Foundation the residue of my estate to be used for the area of greatest need.

Specific amount:

I give, devise, and bequeath to The Baycrest Centre Foundation the sum of $_________to be used for the area of greatest need.

These are sample clauses only. Your lawyer or estate planner should always review clauses and ensure they are appropriate to your wishes and comply with the current laws.

To learn more, please contact:

• Leah Daniels, Director of Planned Giving and Legal Affairs at [email protected] or by phone at 416-785-2500 ext. 2159
• Becki Willoughby, Planned Giving Director, at [email protected] or by phone at 416-785-2500 ext. 3895
• Joanne Gittens, Manager, Planned Giving, at [email protected] or by phone at 416-785-2500 ext. 2023

Please seek expert advice: Baycrest Foundation strongly recommends that you seek professional, financial, insurance and/or legal advice to ensure any decision to give meets your financial, legal and estate goals.