Estate Planning

How do I include Touch the Nations in my will?

Suggested Wording for Bequest

The following examples illustrate suitable language and ways of including Touch the Nations and other charities in wills and other documents.  The provisions for charitable gifts should comply with state law, be appropriate for the donor’s circumstances, and be integrated with the other testamentary provisions.

Unrestricted General Bequest

  • I give to Touch the Nations, located in Omaha, Nebraska, the sum of _______ dollars, ($____) for its general purposes.

Restricted Bequest

  • I give to Touch the Nations, located in Omaha, Nebraska, the sum of _______ dollars, ($____) to be used for the purpose of _________.

Unrestricted Specific Property Bequest

  • I give my (description of property) to Touch the Nations, located in Omaha, Nebraska, for its general purposes.

Gift of Residuary Estate

  • I give the residue or ___% of the residue of the property owned by me at my death, both real and personal wherever situated, to Touch the Nations, located in Omaha, Nebraska, for its general purposes.

Contingent Gift of Residuary Estate

  • I give the residue of the property owned by me at my death, both real and personal wherever situated, to my spouse __________, if he/she survives me.  If my spouse predeceases me, I give my residuary estate to Touch the Nations, located in Omaha, Nebraska, for its general purposes.

Note: These statements are suggestions and should be reviewed by your legal counsel.