Many people only hear about the huge bequests that warrant coverage by the press.
Unfortunately, the impression that results is that charitable bequests exist only in the domain of the rich and famous. In fact, a will is perhaps the most universally available vehicle for giving. We all should have wills, regardless of what we own. And anyone can arrange a bequest of some type to further his or her cause - if plans are made. It can be easy to do without in any way threatening the financial security of the giver or his or her family.