Legacy Giving

Make a lasting impact on SIFF with a planned gift.

WHAT IS A PLANNED GIFT?

When we pass away, there is always a plan for our assets. Unless you create a will, however, your assets will be divided according to state law. A planned gift is a way of conveying your values and supporting the people and organizations you love.

A planned gift is a contribution arranged in the present allocated at a future date. Commonly donated through a will or trust, planned gifts are most often granted after you have passed away. By making a planned gift to SIFF, you are ensuring the impact of storytelling through film in the Pacific Northwest for years to come.

HOW DO I MAKE A PLANNED GIFT?

You can leave SIFF a gift in your will or living trust.

The following text can be used by testators or attorneys when drafting bequest language for gifts to SIFF.

BEQUESTS TO SIFF

Bequest for a Fixed Dollar Amount

"I give to SIFF, a Washington not-for-profit corporation (91-1489660), the sum of _______ dollars ($____) to be used for unrestricted purposes [or specify purpose]."

Bequest of Specific Property

"I give to SIFF, a Washington not-for-profit corporation (91-1489660), [description of property] to be used for unrestricted purposes [or specify purpose]."

Bequest of Residual Estate

"I give to SIFF, a Washington not-for-profit corporation (91-1489660), ____ percent (____%) of the residue of my estate to be used for unrestricted purposes [or specify purpose]."

SIFF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization. Tax ID 91-1489660.

For questions regarding planned giving please email plannedgiving@siff.net.

Information contained herein was accurate at the time of posting. The information on this website is not intended as legal or tax advice. For such advice, please consult an attorney or tax advisor. Figures cited in any examples are for illustrative purposes only. References to tax rates include federal taxes only and are subject to change. State law may further impact your individual results.

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