Your life is a gift… what you do with it can make an eternal impact.
Writing a will gives you a sacred opportunity to leave a legacy, protect your children and grandchildren, and bless charities that matter to you, like Texas Right to Life.
There are several ways to include Texas Right to Life in your estate plans:
1. A Gift in Your Will (Bequest)
After caring for your loved ones, you can include Texas Right to Life in your will. You can leave:
- A specific dollar amount,
- A percentage of your estate, or
- The remainder (or “residue”) of your estate after other gifts are distributed.
You can share this language with your attorney:
“I give [specific amount or percentage] to Texas Right to Life Educational Fund, a nonprofit organization located in Houston, Texas, for its general purposes.”
Your bequest may also provide tax benefits to your estate, reducing burdens for your loved ones while saving preborn babies for years to come.
2. Beneficiary Designations
Certain assets, such as retirement accounts and life insurance policies, pass directly to named beneficiaries and don’t require changing your will. You can simply request a beneficiary designation form from your financial institution or insurance company and list Texas Right to Life Educational Fund as a full or partial beneficiary.
- Retirement Assets (IRA, 401k, 403b):
These accounts can be taxed heavily if left to individuals, but when left to a nonprofit like Texas Right to Life, they pass tax-free—ensuring your resources go entirely toward saving lives and spreading God’s word.
- Life Insurance Policies:
If you have a policy you no longer need for personal use, you can name Texas Right to Life as a beneficiary. It’s a simple and profound way to give a gift that continues long after your lifetime.
3. Other Legacy Gifts
Some supporters also choose to remember Texas Right to Life through gifts of real estate, stocks, or mutual funds. These gifts may provide additional tax advantages while making a powerful impact for unborn babies. Speak with your financial or legal advisor to explore the best option for your family and your goals.
Your Impact
When you include Texas Right to Life in your estate plan, you are leaving a spiritual legacy—one that gives hope to generations yet to be born.
You can save babies, inspire hearts, and point others to the Author of Life Himself.
Pray about how God may be leading you to make this eternal impact. Then, speak with your attorney or financial advisor about the best way to include Texas Right to Life in your will.
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