Planned Giving – Will or Trust
A Simple and Flexible Way to Save Live
Including the Humane Society of North Central Florida in your will or revocable living trust is a powerful way to ensure the lifesaving work of our organization continues for years to come. This thoughtful act provides flexibility, allowing you to specify a dollar amount, particular asset, or percentage of your estate to help homeless pets.
How Will and Trust Giving Works
Gifting through your will or trust allows you to:
- Specify Your Legacy: Designate a dollar amount, specific asset (like real estate or stock), or percentage of your estate to support our mission.
- Retain Flexibility: Adjust your plans at any time to reflect your evolving priorities.
- Help Homeless Pets: Ensure that animals receive the care, love, and second chances they deserve.
Ways to Give Through Your Will or Trust
Before making any changes to your estate plans, we encourage you to consult with your legal and financial advisors to ensure your gift aligns with your personal and financial goals. Below are two common types of gifts you can consider:
1. Specific Gift
A specific gift allows you to describe exactly what you’d like to leave to a particular individual or organization, including its source.
Example:
“I give to the Humane Society of North Central Florida the sum of $10,000 from my savings account to support its general charitable purposes.”
2. Contingent Gift
A contingent gift is fulfilled only if certain conditions are met. For instance, if your primary beneficiary does not survive you, you can designate the Humane Society as your secondary beneficiary.
Example:
“If my spouse does not survive me, I give the remainder of my estate to the Humane Society of North Central Florida for its general use and purpose.”
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Suggested Bequest Language
For your convenience, here is sample language you can use in your will or trust. Please review and adapt it with your attorney to fit your unique circumstances:
“I give to the Humane Society of North Central Florida, a nonprofit organization located at 4205 NW 6th St, Gainesville, FL 32609, EIN: 59-1908492, (the sum of $_____) (all or _____% of my residual estate), for the Humane Society of North Central Florida’s general use and purpose.”
Suggested Bequest Language
For your convenience, here is sample language you can use in your will or trust. Please review and adapt it with your attorney to fit your unique circumstances:
“I give to the Humane Society of North Central Florida, a nonprofit organization located at 4205 NW 6th St, Gainesville, FL 32609, EIN: 59-1908492, (the sum of $_____) (all or _____% of my residual estate), for the Humane Society of North Central Florida’s general use and purpose.”
Get Started Today
Please always consult your legal or financial advisor for specific regulations and benefits.
If you’re ready to make a difference through a gift in your will or trust, or if you have questions, we’re here to help. Please contact our Development Team at developmentteam@humanesocietyncfl.org for more information.
Information for your Attorney or Tax Advisor
Legal Name: Humane Society of North Central Florida
Address: 4205 NW 6th St, Gainesville, FL 32609
Federal Tax ID: 59-1908492
Relationship: HSNCF is a non-profit 501(c)(3)
Humane Society of North Central Florida is recognized under the IRS as exempt under section 501c3 and is registered with the Florida Division of Consumer Services, license number CH715.
Donations are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.
A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE FLORIDA DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE, WITHIN THE STATE, 1-800-HELPFLA, OR VIA THE INTERNET AT WWW.800HELPFLA.COM. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.