Five Reasons To Consider a Charitable Bequest

Have you ever wanted to make a gift that has a big impact on Catholic Health - St. Charles Hospital? A bequest is a gift given through your will or trust â€" and it might allow you to make a much larger gift than you thought possible, without affecting your day-to-day cash flow.

Here are five reasons why you should consider a charitable bequest:

It
s Simple!

Just name Catholic Health - St. Charles Hospital as a beneficiary in your will or trust. It
s that easy! You can leave us a certain amount; the remainder of an account or your estate after bequests to your loved ones; or a percentage of your assets.

You Can Change Your Mind.

A bequest is revocableâ€" meaning if your needs change down the road, you can still use the assets you had planned to leave as a gift.

You
ll Invest In Your Legacy.

Giving to Catholic Health - St. Charles Hospital is a way to create and sustain your own legacy by having a positive impact on the future, and helping us continue our mission for generations to come.

You
ll Feel Happier.

Numerous studies have shown that charitable contributions create a positive, “feel good† response in the brain.

You
ll Reduce Your Taxable Estate

A gift to a qualified charity like Catholic Health - St. Charles Hospital reduces any estate taxes your heirs may need to pay.