There are several ways to include a gift to Surrey Libraries through your will. The following sample clauses may be helpful in defining your wishes. Please talk with your trusted advisors to choose a gift that is right for you.
Download a printable PDF copy of the will clauses.
A specific gift amount:
I give the sum of ________ dollars to Surrey Public Library (Surrey Libraries), charitable registration number 121391882 RR 0001, to be used for its charitable purposes.
A residual (or percentage) gift amount:
I give the residue (OR _____% of the residue) of my estate to Surrey Public Library (Surrey Libraries), charitable registration number 121391882 RR 0001, to be used for its charitable purposes.
A gift for a specific purpose or program:
It’s possible to direct your gift to an area of the Library for which you have a specific interest. However, since no one can anticipate changes and developments that may occur in the future, we recommend you include a “power to vary” clause. This will ensure your gift provides maximum benefit while respecting the spirit of your original wishes. For example,
I give the sum of __________ dollars (OR the residue of my estate, OR _____% of the residue of my estate) to Surrey Public Library (Surrey Libraries), charitable registration number 121391882 RR 0001, for _______________________________.
If circumstances make the specified use of this bequest impractical or undesirable, the Library Board is authorized to apply the gift to other purposes that conform as much as possible to the spirit and intent of my original wishes.
Disclaimer: The information listed above is intended to provide general information and should not be taken as legal or other professional advice. Please review with your own legal or other professional advisor to determine its suitability for your unique estate planning situation.
