Bequests
A bequest is a provision in your Will or Trust that directs specific assets – like cash, real estate, stock, or a percentage of your estate – to be transferred to the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) after your passing. It’s a powerful way to leave a lasting legacy, ensuring your values and passions continue to make a meaningful impact for future generations of dogs everywhere.
SUGGESTED LANGUAGE
Unrestricted Bequest of Cash
I give the AKC Canine Health Foundation, a non-profit 501 (c)(3) Corporation, headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, (Federal Tax ID 13-3813813) the sum of $________________ to be used to support the Foundation’s mission to advance the health of all dogs.
For a Gift Directed to a Specific Disease
I give the AKC Canine Health Foundation, a non-profit 501 (c)(3) Corporation, headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, (Federal Tax ID 13-3813813) the sum of $________________ to be used to advance their mission for healthy dogs through sound scientific research and activities to prevent, treat and cure canine disease for the ________________ disease.
For a Gift that Gives the Remainder of the Estate After All Other Estate Expenses and Specific Bequests Have Been Paid
I give the AKC Canine Health Foundation, a non-profit 501 (c)(3) Corporation, headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, Federal Tax ID 13-3813813, all or a percentage ________________% of the rest, residue and remainder of my estate, both real and personal, to be used to advance the health of all dogs.
For a Gift That is Contingent on the Change of Status of a Previously Identified Beneficiary
If (insert name) is not living at the time of my death, I bequeath to the AKC Canine Health Foundation, a non-profit 501 (c)(3) Corporation, headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, Federal Tax ID 13-3813813 the sum of $ ________________ (or all or a percentage of the residue of my estate) to be used to advance their mission for the health of all dogs.
Customized Language
If you or your attorney would like the AKC Canine Health Foundation to provide you with customized bequest language that is specific to your goals, needs, and interests, please complete our planned giving interest form or call us at 1-888-682-9696.
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If you have additional questions about retirement plans or any other type of gift, call or email the Director of Philanthropy, Fleming Samuels, 919.334.4023 or fleming@akcchf.org.