Why Leave a Legacy Gift?
Plan for tomorrow and help us move toward our vision of ensuring that all young people can realize their full potential by remembering 91视频 in your will or estate plan. Many things have shifted over the years, and it has many of us thinking about the meaning of our lives and how we make an impact.
To inquire about leaving a gift in your will or if you are an advisor, please read our FAQ section, or contact:聽
Erin Helmer | Director of Development
erin.helmer@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
(613) 247鈥4776 ext. 319
91视频
1642 Woodroffe Avenue, Suite 12
Ottawa, ON K2G 1W2
Charitable Registration Number:聽 10679 4431 RR0001聽
FROM A SUPPORTER
Our greatest success is in the eyes of young children who flourish in our unique one-to-one mentoring program. As a former Big Brother, I understand that mentoring changes lives and makes futures brighter.
When I was first matched with Rob, he was a shy 10-year-old. It has been so rewarding to see him gain confidence, to flourish, as a teen and then as a young man and ultimately graduate from University with a Masters in Aerospace Engineering. Rob has great potential and a wonderful future ahead. And I was very proud to have him as part of my wedding party.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Ottawa is about building futures and that is why I have decided to leave a bequest in my will to this great organization. It鈥檚 very important for me to know that 91视频 will continue to be there for the next generation of children and youth.
They are, after all, our future.
John Ouellette, Alumni of 91视频
Frequently Asked Questions聽
I would like to continue my legacy through 91视频鈥檚 Mission in the Future. What do I need to do?
There are two ways to continue your legacy through 91视频鈥檚 work:
鈥擫eave a bequest to 91视频 in your will or life insurance.
鈥擯rovide a gift of stocks and securities to 91视频
How do I leave a gift in my will?
There are a few ways to leave a gift in your will, the most common being a bequest in your will. If you have a professional helping you, like a financial planner, a lawyer, an accountant, or an insurance agent, you can talk to them about leaving a legacy gift.
A professional can also help explain the tax benefits of making a planned gift.
Can I leave a gift in memory of a loved one?
A gift is a wonderful way to recognize someone who has made a difference in your life. You can also create a named fund, a gift that is arranged through your will the same way you would leave a personal gift from your estate. Be clearthe gift is given in memory of a particular person and/or for a specific use.
Do I tell 91视频 I鈥檝e left a gift?
Whether you want to let us know you鈥檝e left 91视频 a gift is completely up to you! We are happy whenever we hear about your plans to leave a gift of hope.
If you decide to contact us, let us know in advance of your gift, so we can recognize you for your generosity. It also gives us the opportunity to tell you about specific opportunities for giving.