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How do I leave money to charity in my will?

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Add a charitable bequest clause naming the charity, its EIN, and a specific dollar amount, percentage of your estate, or residuary share. Bequests qualify for the unlimited charitable estate tax deduction under IRC §2055.

Forms of charitable bequest in a will.

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