Bequest Language
An excellent way for you to support St. Bonaventure University’s mission is to leave us a bequest in your will. A bequest is simple, convenient, and lets you leave a lasting legacy.
You can make a bequest for a specific dollar amount or a percentage of your estate. You can designate your bequest for general use, or you can restrict its use. Many individuals will designate to our general endowment, which will make a meaningful impact on the university’s future. Because a will is an important legal document, you should seek an attorney’s help. To assist you with this important process, we offer some suggested bequest wording below.
Including St. Bonaventure University in Your Will
The following includes examples of suggested bequest wording to benefit St. Bonaventure University.
Each individual situation is unique, and therefore these examples include only some of the possible gift opportunities. We encourage you to share your final will provision with St. Bonaventure to ensure that your wishes will be property followed and recognized.
Bequest of a Specific Dollar Amount
I hereby give, devise, and bequeath $__________ to St. Bonaventure University, located at 3261 West State St., St. Bonaventure, NY 14778, Federal Tax ID #16-0743150, for the unrestricted endowment (highest priority) or for the purpose of __________________.
Bequest of a Percentage
I hereby give, devise, and bequeath _______% of my total estate, determined as of the date of my death, to St. Bonaventure University, located at 3261 West State St., St. Bonaventure, NY 14778, Federal Tax ID #16-0743150, for the unrestricted endowment (highest priority) or for the purpose of __________________.
Restricted Bequests
If you are considering a bequest but would like to ensure that your bequest will be used for a specific purpose, please contact us.
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