Language For Your Will

If you are creating a new will or trust, simply adding a codicil to a will, or amending an existing trust, the following sample language may be useful to you and your estate planning attorney. This is not a substitute for the language your attorney will incorporate in your will or trust. We urge you to secure the services of an attorney competent in estate planning in your state.

Gifts by Will or Trust (Unrestricted)

I give to the Emerald Youth Foundation, 1014 Heiskell Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37921, Federal Tax Identification Number 28752892 $___________ to be used for its general charitable purposes.

Gifts by Will or Trust (Restricted for a Specific Purpose)

I give to the Emerald Youth Foundation, 1014 Heiskell Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37921, Federal Tax Identification Number 28752892 $___________ to be used for _____________. If the circumstances at the Emerald Youth Foundation should change such as that fulfillment of the original purpose of this gift becomes impractical or impossible. I direct that this gift shall be used for such purpose as is most in keeping with the original intention described herein, as recommended by the CEO of the Emerald Youth Foundation, or his or her successor.

If you wish your gift to support a particular program or purpose, please contact Haylee Marshall at (865) 637-3227 ext. 153 or hmarshall@emeraldyouth.org to ensure that your wishes will be fulfilled.

Residuary Bequest

I give to the Emerald Youth Foundation, 1014 Heiskell Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37921, Federal Tax Identification Number 28752892, [all] [a portion] of the rest of my estate.

Contingent Bequest

If [name(s) of primary beneficiary/ies] do/does not survive me, or shall die within ninety (90) days from the date of my death, or as a result of a common disaster, then I give the Emerald Youth Foundation, 1014 Heiskell Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37921, Federal Tax Identification Number 28752892, [insert here the exact dollar amount, description of property, or percentage of residual estate].

Note: please contact us first if you prefer that we use your gift for a specific ministry or program.

Retirement Plan Beneficiary Designation

You may name the Emerald Youth Foundation as a beneficiary of your IRA or qualified retirement plan. To do so, simply contact your plan custodian for a change of beneficiary form. Be sure to consult your tax advisor regarding your circumstances.