Sample Bequest Language

ALL THAT’S NEEDED TO LEAVE A LEGACY GIFT IS A FEW SENTENCES.

The following language may help you and your attorney when drawing up a bequest that meets your needs.

OUR SUGGESTED WORDING FOR A RESIDUAL GIFT

“To pay WWF-Canada the residue (or share of the residue) of my Estate for such use and purpose as the Board of Directors may determine.” 

OUR SUGGESTED WORDING FOR A SPECIFIC GIFT

“To pay WWF-Canada the sum of $___ for such use and purpose as the Board of Directors may determine.”

*If you are interested in supporting a specific project or program, it is best to discuss your plans with our planned giving professionals before completing your bequest language to confirm your wishes can be met by WWF-Canada.

Please note: The policies of WWF-Canada do not allow WWF-Canada or its representatives to serve as personal representative, executor, trustee or witness for a will or trust.

Useful Legal Information

Legal name: WORLD WILDLIFE FUND CANADA
Address: 410 Adelaide St. West, Suite 400, Toronto, ON M5V 1S8
Charitable Registration Number: 11930 4954 RR0001

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MARGOT JOHNSON

Senior Manager, Legacy Giving

Phone: 1-800-267-2632 or 416-484-7737
Email: mjohnson@wwfcanada.org