Bequests and Planned Gifts

Many supporters choose to include the Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation in their estate plans. These gifts — often called planned or legacy gifts — are arranged during your lifetime and create a lasting impact on neuroendocrine cancer research.

A gift through your will or living trust is a simple and meaningful way to support future breakthroughs, often with potential tax advantages.

Let Us Know Your Plans

If you have included NETRF in your plans, we would be grateful to know so we can thank you and stay connected.

By sharing your intentions, you may:

  • Receive our monthly eUpdate newsletter
  • Be recognized in our Annual Report and donor listings
  • Receive invitations to special events with NETRF leadership and researchers
  • Share your story to inspire others

Ways to Make a Planned Gift

We recommend working with your financial advisor and/or attorney when considering a planned gift. The information below is provided as a helpful starting point.

Bequests (Wills and Trusts)

Including NETRF in your will or trust is one of the most common ways to make a legacy gift. You may choose to leave a specific amount, a percentage of your estate, or the remainder after other distributions.

Sample language

What follows is suggested language you may choose to include NETRF in your will or estate plan.  Please work with your financial advisor and/or attorney in making this intention.  

Unrestricted Gift:  A gift that can be used where need is greatest.

I give, devise, and bequeath to the Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation, 100 Hancock Street, Third Floor, Quincy, MA 02171, (insert dollar amount, percentage amount, or description of property) to be used for its general purposes. Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation Tax ID: 20-1945347.

Residuary Bequest:  Leaves any remainder after all other distributions have been paid.

I give, devise, and bequeath to the Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation, 100 Hancock Street, Third Floor, Quincy, MA 02171, (insert percentage amount) percent of the residue of my estate to be used for its general purposes. Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation Tax ID: 20-1945347.

Contingency Gift:  Takes effect only if a primary intention cannot be met.

In the event that (insert name) predeceases me, I give, devise, and bequeath his/her bequest or share to the Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation, 100 Hancock Street, Third Floor, Quincy, MA 02171, to be used for its general purposes. Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation Tax ID: 20-1945347.

IRA Gifts and Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs)

You can also support NETRF through your Individual Retirement Account (IRA).

For those age 70½ or older, a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) allows you to make a gift directly from your IRA to NETRF. This tax-efficient option may reduce your taxable income and can count toward your required minimum distribution (RMD), if applicable.

IRA gifts can also be included as part of your estate plan by naming NETRF as a beneficiary.

Contact NETRF about Planned Giving

If you would like to learn more about matching gifts, planned gifts, and bequests, or gifts of stock gifts, please fill out the form below. Please add any comments to give us context about your interest or request. Please contact info@netrf.org or call us at 617-946-1780.

 

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