Sample bequest language

All that’s needed to leave a legacy gift is a few sentences.

Our suggested wording for a residual gift:

“To pay the Royal Canadian Geographical Society the residue (or share of the residue) of my Estate for such use and purpose as the Board of Directors may determine.”

Our suggested wording for a specific gift: 

“To pay the Royal Canadian Geographical Society the sum of $___ for such use and purpose as the Board of Directors may determine.