By including the Women's Fund of Western Massachusetts in your will, you can ensure that your generosity will continue in perpetuity. The Women's Fund pledges to put your gift to the best possible use by increasing our grantmaking and other program work to improve the lives of women and girls in Western Massachusetts. There are several ways to make contributions through your will. You can give:
A Percentage
"I give, devise, and bequeath to the Women's Fund of Western Massachusetts, Massachusetts, _____ % of my estate to be used for its charitable purposes."
A Specific Dollar Amount
"I give, devise, and bequeath to the Women's Fund of Western Massachusetts, $xxx,xxx to be used for its charitable purposes."
A Residue
A residue is what assets remain after other bequests have been granted.
"All the residue of my estate, including real and personal property, I give, devise, and bequeath to the Women's Fund of Western Massachusetts, to be used for its charitable purposes."
Note: The above wording is suggested. Consult your attorney when preparing any legal document. |