How to Give

Not only do you have options for how your gift will be used, you also have options on what to give and how to give. There are gifts that cost you nothing now, gifts that pay you income, and gifts that allow you to decide what happens when.

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Including Medical College of Virginia Foundation in Your Will

Make Medical College of Virginia Foundation a part of your personal legacy with a charitable gift from your estate.

Gifts from Wills and Trusts:

When making a charitable gift to a nonprofit organization, it is vital that the charity's legal name, address and other identifying details be used. To name Medical College of Virginia Foundation in your will or trust, please use the following suggested language:

Residual Bequest Language
A residual bequest comes to us after your estate expenses and specific bequests are paid:

I give and devise to Medical College of Virginia Foundation, Richmond , VA,  (EIN 54-6053660) all (or state a percentage) of the rest, residue and remainder of my estate, both real and personal, to be used for its general support (or for the support of a specific fund or program).

Specific Bequest Language
You can also name Medical College of Virginia Foundation as a beneficiary of a specific amount from your estate:

I give and devise to Medical College of Virginia Foundation, Richmond , VA,  (EIN 54-6053660) the sum of $ ________________________ (or "____ shares of __________________ stock") to be used for its general support (or for the support of a specific fund or program).

Contingent Bequest Language
Medical College of Virginia Foundation can be named as a contingent beneficiary in your will or personal trust if one or more of your specific bequests cannot be fulfilled:

If (insert individual heir's name) is not living at the time of my demise, I give and devise Medical College of Virginia Foundation, Richmond , VA,  (EIN 54-6053660) the sum of $ (or "all" or " ___________ percentage of the residue of my estate") to be used for its general support (or for the support of a specific fund or program).

Unrestricted or Specific Use?

We recommend you make an unrestricted gift for the general purposes of the school or unit that has been important in your life. This will provide future leaders with the opportunity to direct your gift where it is most needed at the time it is received. If you prefer to make a gift for a specific purpose, we encourage you to consult with the Medical College of Virginia Foundation to be sure we understand and can carry out your wishes.