A bequest is a gift left in your will. You can gift a specific dollar amount, a piece of property such as a home or securities or a share of your estate. Bequests can reduce your estate taxes – and provide a unique opportunity to give more than you could in your lifetime. You can give as much or as little as you want, and you can always change your mind.
Bequests don’t have to be complicated, you can simply add a phrase about your intention using our legal name and Canadian charitable number: PuSh International Performing Arts Festival, #82954 9948 RR0001.
Suggested wording:
I give the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival, charitable number #82954 9948 RR0001 the sum of $___.
Or, you can leave a residual gift to us – a percentage of what’s left of your estate after you take care of your loved ones. This protects your intent while adapting to inflation or any other change.
Suggested wording:
I give PuSh International Performing Arts Festival, charitable number #82954 9948 RR0001, ___ per cent of the residue of my estate.
We want to thank you
If you’ve already arranged a legacy gift you are under no obligation to tell us about it, but we would love to acknowledge you. You may inspire others to do the same!
If you want to remain anonymous, we will respect your privacy.
Connect
Hannah Bellamy, Individual Giving Officer
hannah@pushfestival.ca
604-605-8284 ext 206
Disclaimer
The information provided is not a substitute for professional financial or legal advice. Consult a lawyer and/or financial advisor to determine which options are best for you and your family, as well as to maximize the tax advantage of your gift.
