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Include The Alexander Foundation in your will or trust

A gift in your will or living trust is a simple, flexible way to support children and families facing craniofacial challenges for years to come. Share this page with your attorney or advisor.

Legal name: The Alexander Foundation
EIN (Tax ID): 03-0534249
Address: PO Box 584, Grand Blanc, MI 48439
Email: [email protected]

Sample will and trust language

A percentage of your estate

"I give [____%] of my estate to The Alexander Foundation (EIN 03-0534249), presently located at PO Box 584, Grand Blanc, MI 48439, to be used for its general purposes."

The residue of your estate

"I give all (or [____%]) of the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate to The Alexander Foundation (EIN 03-0534249), presently located at PO Box 584, Grand Blanc, MI 48439, to be used for its general purposes."

A contingent gift

"If any of the above-named beneficiaries do not survive me, I give that beneficiary's share to The Alexander Foundation (EIN 03-0534249), presently located at PO Box 584, Grand Blanc, MI 48439, to be used for its general purposes."

A gift for a specific purpose

"I give [description of gift] to The Alexander Foundation (EIN 03-0534249), presently located at PO Box 584, Grand Blanc, MI 48439, with the preference that it be used for [program or purpose]. If, in the judgment of the Board of Directors, it becomes impossible, impracticable, or undesirable to carry out this preference, the Board may direct that the gift be used for a purpose that most nearly accomplishes my intent."

Without changing your will

You can also support the foundation by naming us as a beneficiary of certain accounts:

  • Retirement plans (IRA, 401(k), 403(b))
  • Life insurance policies
  • Donor-advised funds
  • Bank or investment accounts via Payable on Death (POD) or Transfer on Death (TOD)

Ask your plan administrator for a beneficiary form and use the legal name, EIN and address above. You can designate a specific dollar amount or a percentage.

Next steps

  1. Email us at [email protected] to tell us your goals and request a Word or PDF copy of this language.
  2. Talk with your advisor to finalize your will, trust or beneficiary forms.
  3. Optional: share your plans so we can honor your wishes, including recognition or anonymity.

Information on this page is general in nature and not legal or tax advice. Please consult your own advisors.

Common questions

Can I direct my gift to a specific program?
Yes. We recommend using “with a preference for” language with a fallback clause so your gift remains useful if needs change. We will provide suggested wording on request.
Do I need to notify the foundation if I have included you?
It is not required, but we are honored to thank you and, if you wish, welcome you into our legacy community. Sharing your plans also helps us confirm we can meet any preferences you have.
What information will my attorney need?
Our legal name, EIN and mailing address, listed on this page, are usually sufficient. We can review draft language with you or your advisor.
Can I change my will or beneficiary designations later?
Yes. You can update your will or trust with an amendment, and you can change beneficiary forms at any time with your plan administrator.
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