Gifts That Cost You Nothing Now
Gifts in a Will or Trust
A gift in your will or trust is one of the easiest ways to create your legacy and offers the following benefits:
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Lasting Impact
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Flexible
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No Cost
Four simple, “no-cost-now” ways to give in your will or trust
General gift
Residuary gift
Specific gift
Contingent gift
To take your next steps, view sample language for your will and share it with your attorney or other advisor.
Gifts by Beneficiary Designation
By naming Brigham and Women’s Hospital as a beneficiary of these assets, you can power our mission for years to come and establish your personal legacy of world-class medical research and care.
Potential benefits of gifts by beneficiary designation:
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Options you can name us as a beneficiary
Retirement plan assets
Life insurance policies
Bank or brokerage accounts
Funds remaining in your donor-advised fund
How to update a beneficiary designation:
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The Gift Planning development team at Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Our Team is Here to Help
Our experienced team is here to help you…
- Learn about special projects that align with your interests.
- Structure a donation that maximizes benefits for you and your loved ones.
- Stay up to date on how your gift is used.
- And more!