An excellent way to support The Federalist’s mission to defend free speech, expose corruption, and preserve America’s founding principles is to include the FDRLST Media Foundation in your will, living trust, or by adding a simple codicil.
One of the greatest benefits of making a gift by bequest is that it allows you to continue using your assets during your lifetime while leaving a lasting legacy that helps ensure The Federalist’s work continues for generations to come.
Types Of Bequests
There are several ways to make a bequest to the FDRLST Media Foundation :
Specific Bequest: A specific bequest involves leaving a particular asset such as real estate, personal property, or a fixed dollar amount. (Example: “I give $10,000 to the FDRLST Media Foundation.”)
Percentage Bequest: A percentage bequest designates a set percentage of your estate to charity. (Example: “I give 10% of my estate to the FDRLST Media Foundation.”)
Residual Bequest: A residual bequest provides what remains of your estate after all specific gifts and obligations have been fulfilled. (Example: “I give 30% of the residue of my estate to the FDRLST Media Foundation.”)
Contingent Bequest: A contingent bequest takes effect only if a primary beneficiary is unable to inherit. (Example: “If my relative does not survive me, I give my vacation home to the FDRLST Media Foundation.”)
Benefits Of A Bequest
A bequest is typically revocable, meaning it can be amended or changed at any time. You can also choose whether your gift supports a general purpose or a specific initiative—giving you peace of mind that your legacy will advance the values you care about most.
Because bequests to charitable organizations are exempt from federal estate taxes, your gift may also provide estate tax savings, allowing you to leave more to your loved ones.
Sample Bequest Language
To include the FDRLST Media Foundation in your estate plan, please share the following sample language with your attorney:
1. Specific Bequest
If you are considering making an outright bequest to the FDRLST Media Foundation, we recommend the following language:
Bequest of a Specific Dollar Amount
“I hereby give, devise, and bequeath ________ and No/100 dollars ($______) to the FDRLST Media Foundation, a nonprofit organization located at 1747 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, STE 1000, Washington, DC 20006, Federal Tax ID #82-5231385, for The Federalist’s general use and purpose.”
Bequest of Specific Property
“I hereby give, devise, and bequeath [DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY] to the FDRLST Media Foundation, a nonprofit organization located at 1747 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, STE 1000, Washington, DC 20006, Federal Tax ID #82-5231385, for The Federalist’s general use and purpose.”
Bequest of Real Estate
“I hereby give, devise, and bequeath all right, title, and interest in the real estate located at [ADDRESS OR DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY] to the FDRLST Media Foundation, a nonprofit organization located at 1747 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, STE 1000, Washington, DC 20006, Federal Tax ID #82-5231385, for The Federalist’s general use and purpose.”
2. Percentage Bequest
If you are considering making a bequest of a percentage of your estate to the FDRLST Media Foundation, we recommend the following language:
“I hereby give, devise, and bequeath ____ percent (____%) of my total estate, determined as of the date of my death, to the FDRLST Media Foundation, a nonprofit organization located at 1747 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, STE 1000, Washington, DC 20006, Federal Tax ID #82-5231385, for The Federalist’s general use and purpose.”
3. Residual Bequest
“I hereby give, devise, and bequeath to the FDRLST Media Foundation, a nonprofit organization located at 1747 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, STE 1000, Washington, DC 20006, Federal Tax ID #82-5231385, all (or ___%) of the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate for The Federalist’s general use and purpose.”
4. Contingent Bequest
“If [PRIMARY BENEFICIARY] does not survive me, I hereby give, devise, and bequeath to the FDRLST Media Foundation, a nonprofit organization located at 1747 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, STE 1000, Washington, DC 20006, Federal Tax ID #82-5231385, [DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY] for The Federalist’s general use and purpose.”
Restricted Bequests
If you wish your gift to support a specific purpose or program, we are happy to work with you and your attorney to craft language that ensures your intent is honored.
To provide flexibility in the future, we suggest including this provision:
“If, in the judgment of the Board of Directors of the FDRLST Media Foundation, it becomes impossible to use this bequest for the specific purpose described, the FDRLST Media Foundation may use the income and/or principal for the purpose most closely aligned with my original intent.”
Contact Us
Please contact us if you have any questions or would like to discuss how a bequest can help sustain The Federalist’s mission.
If you have already included the FDRLST Media Foundation in your estate plans, we encourage you to let us know so we can thank you and welcome you into The Federalist Legacy Society.
The Federalist Legacy Society is a program of the FDRLST Media Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. No goods or services are provided in exchange for contributions unless otherwise noted.