There is a common misconception that only the rich need to make a will. That is not true. Without a will, state laws will determine the transfer of your estate, often overlooking what your wishes might be.

There is an even bigger misconception that only the super-rich leave money to charity when they die. That’s also not true. The fact is that most gifts by will (bequests) are made by everyday people who want to have a lasting, positive impact on their community.

Without this type of generosity, New College cannot ensure future generations the level of scholarship, teaching, and research opportunities, that you received while you were here.

Here are four reasons why you should include New College in your will:

A Gift by Will Is Easy to Make

A bequest is one of the easiest charitable gifts to make. It is simple to implement, and easy to change should you ever need to. You can give specific property or designate a dollar amount or a percentage of your estate. You can also designate New College as a beneficiary of your retirement plan or life insurance policy.

A Gift by Will Does Not Alter Your Current Lifestyle

Making a bequest is a way of demonstrating your commitment to the future of New College that does not affect your current asset balance or cash flow. There are no substantial costs, and the gift can easily be modified to address your changing needs.
A Gift by Will Can Change Lives
Your legacy gift enables excellence. A bequest can help New College further its mission and continue making a difference for generations to come.

A Will Creates A Lasting Legacy

Including New College in your will is a great way to bring dignity, meaning, and purpose to a life well lived. You can demonstrate your commitment to the future of New College, and better yet, a bequest can allow you to increase your support to a level you may have always wanted to but were unable to do during your lifetime.

You don’t have to be wealthy to make a difference. Whoever you are, whatever your situation, you can help make a better world by including a charity in your will.