A last will and testament is the cornerstone of estate planning. It is the lasting expression of our love for our family and friends, as well as our support for those charitable organizations we wish to see endure and flourish. Many of our supporters have chosen to honor their commitment to peace by leaving a Legacy of Peace to CCCO. Our Freeman Internship Program, which fosters and trains the next generations of peace activists, was made possible by a generous bequest from Ruth and Harrop Freeman. For over 15 years, the Freeman Internship Program has enabled CCCO to expand its youth organizing programs.
The most common type of planned gift is in the form of a bequest. A simple charitable bequest can provide very meaningful support to our mission as well as reduce the amount of estate and inheritance taxes paid. Bequests may be specific, proportional, or residual in nature.
Sample Language For Charitable Requests
Specific Bequests
I give and bequeath to the Central Committee for Conscientious Objectors (CCCO) 405 14th Street, Suite 205 Oakland, CA 94612, the sum of $________ (or specific property) to be used for its general purposes.
Percentage Bequests
I give and bequeath to the Central Committee for Conscientious Objectors (CCCO) 405 14th Street, Suite 205 Oakland, CA 94612, _______% of my estate to be used for its general purposes.
Residuary Bequests
I give and bequeath to the Central Committee for Conscientious Objectors (CCCO) 405 14th Street, Suite 205 Oakland, CA 94612 the rest, residue and remainder of my estate to be used for its general purposes.
Contingent Bequest
In the event that any of the above named beneficiaries shall not survive me, or shall die during the administration of my estate, within ninety (90) days from the date of my death, or as a resultof a common disaster, then I give and bequeath that beneficiary’s share of my estate to the Central Committee for Conscientious Objectors (CCCO) 405 14th Street, Suite 205 Oakland, CA 94612, to be used for its general purposes.