Legacy Giving
Include Christian Light School in your estate plan to support quality, faith-based education for future generations
Bequests
Include CLS in your will or living trust by designating:
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A specific dollar amount
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A percentage of your estate
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The residue after other obligations
Among the most common and flexible planned giving options
Beneficiary
Designations
Name CLS as beneficiary of:
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Life insurance policies
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Retirement plans (IRA, 401(k), 403(b))
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Payable/transfer-on-death accounts
Assets pass outside probate with potential tax advantages
Gifts of Appreciated Securities
Donate stocks, bonds, or mutual funds to:
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Avoid capital gains taxes
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Receive charitable income tax deduction
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Increase value of your gift to CLS
Real Estate Gifts
Donate property through:
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Outright gift
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Retained life estate
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Transfer through estate plan
Significant charitable and tax benefits available
Charitable Remainder Trusts
A CRT may:
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Provide income to you or beneficiaries
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Support CLS at end of trust term
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Offer income and estate tax advantages
Charitable Lead Trusts
A CLT allows:
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CLS to receive income for specified period
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Assets pass to your heirs afterward
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Favorable gift or estate tax treatment
Endowment or Named Funds
Legacy gifts may establish:
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Student scholarship funds
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Teacher development programs
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Campus infrastructure support
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Long-term sustainability initiatives
Named funds may honor loved ones or faith legacy
Memorial & Tribute Gifts
Planned gifts made:
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In memory of a loved one
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In honor of family or ministry
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To celebrate personal calling
Ensuring enduring impact through education
Sample Bequest Language
"I give, devise, and bequeath to Christian Light School, Inc., a nonprofit