BENEFITS OF a Bequest

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A Bequest can be included in a new will or added to an existing will or living trust through a simple amendment called a codicil often without the expense of hiring a lawyer.

A Bequest is usually a set dollar amount or percentage of an estate that goes to a nonprofit after the donor’s death.

Example of bequest for general purposes

“I give, devise, and bequeath (the sum of [x] dollars / [identify the specific property] / all or [x] percent of the residue of my estate) to Freedom in Christ Ministries, 9051 Executive Park Drive, Suite 503, Knoxville, Tennessee 37923, (FICM, USA), for its general purposes.”

Example of a bequest for specified purpose

“I give, devise, and bequeath (the sum of [x] dollars / [identify the specific property] / all or [x] percent of the residue of my estate) to the Freedom in Christ Ministries, 9051 Executive Park Drive, Suite 503, Knoxville, Tennessee 37923 (FICM, USA), to support [identify program or purpose]. In the event of changed circumstances that, in the discretion of the FICM, USA, make it unlawful, impossible, or impracticable to carry out the designated purpose of this bequest, then FICM, USA may use the bequest for other purposes as nearly as possible akin to the designated purpose.”

For additional information, or to communicate your intent, contact us at dgibson@ficm.org or call 865-342-3946.

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Our address:

Freedom in Christ Ministries
9051 Executive Park Drive, Suite 503
Knoxville, TN 37923

This page was designed to give you general information about gifts to Freedom in Christ Ministries. It is not intended to provide specific advice about the legal or tax implications of such gifts. Before making a gift to FICM, USA, consult with your financial, tax, and legal advisors.