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We gratefully acknowledge memorial donations made to The Good Earth Farm and Foundation, Inc.,
in memory
of a beloved friend or animal companion.
Q. How Do I Leave a Gift to
The Good
Earth Farm and Foundation, Inc.?
A. It's easy. The most common
way to leave a gift is through a charitable gift in a
will or a living trust. 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 choose to donate cash,
securities, real or personal property. Others leave life
insurance policies, or funds from a retirement account
or other financial asset.
Q. Must I Have a Sizable Estate in
Order to Leave a Gift?
A. Anyone can leave a gift.
"Estate" is simply a word used to describe any money,
property or personal belongings that you own at the time
of your death. Most people leave an estate when they
die, even though they may not have had a great deal of
wealth.
Q. Do I Have to State My Wish to
Leave a Gift to The
Good Earth Farm and Foundation, Inc.?
A. Yes, you do. A charitable
bequest will not take effect unless you state your
intention in your will or living trust. Without a will
you have no influence over your belongings after your
death.
Q. Can I Leave a Gift in Memory of
a Loved One?
A. Yes, a gift in memory is a
wonderful way to recognize someone who has made a
difference in your life. The
Good Earth Farm and Foundation, Inc. encourages
memorial gifts. This kind of a gift can also be
arranged for in your will. You just need to make it
clear that the gift is given in memory of a particular
person or for a specific use.
Q. How Can I Leave a Gift for a
Specific Purpose?
A. The
Good Earth Farm and Foundation, Inc. has
several restricted funds for special programs. Call
(561) 792-2666
for more details.
Q. Who Can Help Me Arrange for Leaving a Gift?
A. If you have a professional
advisor like a financial planner, a lawyer, accountant
or insurance agent, please talk with them about leaving
a gift.
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