Bequests and living trusts are among the most common ways our community members choose to give. You may designate a specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or a portion of what remains after other bequests are fulfilled.
Types of Bequests to Consider
- Unrestricted Bequest
Gives ABODE the flexibility to direct your gift where it’s needed most. - Restricted Bequest
Designates your gift for a specific purpose, such as the doula program, guest care or equipment. - Specific Bequest
Transfers a specific asset, such as cash or securities. - Residuary Bequest
Gives all or a percentage of what remains in your estate after debts, expenses and other bequests are settled. - Contingent Bequest
Passes your gift to ABODE only if a named beneficiary predeceases you. For example: “I give $10,000 to my cousin Mary, but if she does not survive me, the bequest should be given to ABODE.”
Suggested Language for Your Will or Trust
“I give [$ amount / specific assets / __ % of the residue of my estate] as an unrestricted gift to ABODE Contemplative Care for the Dying, a Texas 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, for its general use and purposes.”
You may also include wording such as: “I give and devise to ABODE (Tax ID #27-3691295), located in San Antonio, TX, the amount of $XX [or XX% of the residue of my estate], to be used for general operating support.”
Tax ID: 27-3691295 | P.O. Box 47640, San Antonio, TX 78265
Not Sure Where to Start?
If you don’t yet have a will, creating one is simpler than most people expect. A will lets you direct how your assets are distributed, name guardians for minor children, designate a caretaker for pets and appoint an executor. Several free or low-cost online options make it easy to get started:
The information on this page is not intended as legal or tax advice. Please consult an attorney or financial advisor for guidance specific to your situation.