Sample Gift Language for your Will or Revocable Living Trust
A gift to Moses Brown in your will or revocable trust enables you to create a legacy, support our
mission, and make a difference in the lives of future generations of MB students. A bequest:
Is easy to arrange.
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Will not alter your current lifestyle in any way.
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Can be easily modified to address your changing needs.
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Your bequest can be a specific dollar amount or a percentage of your estate. Because a will is an
important legal document, you should seek an attorney's help. We also encourage you to discuss
your intentions with us at Moses Brown to ensure that your wishes will be properly followed and
recognized.
If you have questions, wish to discuss your intentions, or share the news of your future gift;
please contact Perry Buroker, Director of Leadership Giving, at 401-831-7350 ext. 289.
Thank you!
SAMPLE LANGUAGE
A general bequest
“I give (a specific asset) or (_____% of the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate) to
Moses Brown School Foundation (EIN# 23-7067506), located in Providence, RI, for its
general use and purposes.”
A bequest for a specific purpose
“I give ($_________) or (a specific asset) or (_____% of the rest, residue, and remainder of
my estate) to Moses Brown School Foundation (EIN# 23-7067506), located in Providence,
RI, to be used for the following purpose: (for example, to establish an endowed scholarship
fund or support an academic program).”
Statement of restrictions
If you wish to restrict your bequest provision in order to establish a fund for a specific purpose—
such as an endowed scholarship fund—we ask that you include the following in your provision
language: