Gifts That Keep on Giving Everyone leaves their own unique footprints in time. A person is remembered for strength of character, marks of accomplishment, kindness and compassion, and for generosity. You can either make a new Will or you can amend an existing Will. You can make a gift of a specific sum of money, personal property, real estate, a gift of a percentage, or all, of the residue of your estate. Ask the professional drafting your will to contact your local BC SPCA Branch for correct bequest language.
Bequests provide significant tax relief for estates.
You can either designate your SPCA as the owner and beneficiary of a new or current policy, or transfer a paid-up policy in favour of the Society. You will get tax savings from the premiums you pay and from the cash value of any policy you transfer. A gift of life insurance won't diminish your estate. You will also receive a tax receipt for the full market value of the securities, which can be used to claim tax credits. A charitable gift annuity provides both a gift to your SPCA and guaranteed, regular payments to you, for life.