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Why plan my giving?

Benefits to the Donor

In addition to knowing your major gift could continue and support the work of your favourite charities, you also...

  • may be recognized in a special way and this can be discussed with the charity beforehand
  • may have the option of working with the charity of your choice to direct your gift towards specific needs
  • may have the charity set up a trust fund in perpetuity to recognize your family name or as a memorial tribute to someone special
  • will receive any tax benefit or advantages permitted under government guidelines