Asking your trusted advisors about making a planned gift can be the first step of a very joyful journey. It s easy. You can arrange for a planned gift in several ways, the most common being a charitable gift through a bequest in a will. Many people set aside a certain dollar amount. Others leave a percentage of their estate or any assets left over after their family has been provided for.
Some people donate something they own, such as their home.
Others leave a paid up life insurance policy, securities, retirement account, or other financial investments. Everyone can leave a gift. Most people leave an estate when they die, even though they may not have a great deal of wealth. A charitable bequest will not take effect unless you state your intention in your will. Without a will, you lose control over your property after death.