Leaving a bequest
A bequest is an enduring gift that will make a difference beyond your lifetime. A bequest is usually an instruction contained in a will and specifically details part of the estate which is to be set aside for a particular beneficiary.
Types of bequests
There are many types of bequests that can be made to the School, including:
- Financial sums of money, which may be a fixed amount of a percentage of an estate.
- Assets such as property, paintings, shares, bonds etc.
Bequests can be both restricted and unrestricted depending on the wishes of the bequestor.
An unrestricted gift is usually directed to the Foundation Board to be used at their discretion. Gifts made in this way enable the School to direct funds to projects which would benefit the most from financial assistance.
A restricted gift is normally one which is directed to a specific purpose, e.g., a Scholarship Fund, Building Fund or Endowment Fund.
If you wish to make a bequest to Emanuel School, we invite you to contact the Emanuel School Foundation to discuss your ideas and wishes and to consider how your bequest may be used.
Your privacy will always be honoured and respected.
As my ancestors planted for me, so do I plant for those who will come after me.