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03.09.2024 A Note from OrKidstra, Donor Impact, Fun Stuff, Legacy Giving, Will Power

Are you getting the most out of your Will?

Test your knowledge about Wills! Take this 5-minute quiz to find out what your Will can do. At the end of the quiz, remember to click SUBMIT to get your free step-by-step guide to writing your Will with family and charity in mind!

1. A Will is a document that:

a) Protects and supports your loved ones after you’re gone

b) Directs how you want your assets distributed

c) Helps you pass on your values, beliefs, and life’s legacy to the next generation

d) Is a tool to create meaningful change in this world

e) All of the above

You’re right! A Will is all of these things. It is a legal document that makes sure your affairs are in order. But it is also a way to pass down values to future generations, and make a meaningful contribution in this world. This is what we call an ethical Will.

Not exactly. A Will is all of these things. It is a legal document that makes sure your affairs are in order. But it is also a way to pass down values to future generations, and make a meaningful contribution in this world. This is what we call an ethical Will.

2. You can include a charity, or any other organization as beneficiaries in your Will.

a) True

b) False

You’re right! Beneficiaries don’t just have to be people. You can include a charity, a non-profit, a school, or another type of organization in your Will.

Not exactly. Beneficiaries don’t just have to be people. You can include a charity, a non-profit, a school, or another type of organization in your Will.

3. People who include a charity in their Will are typically:

a) Wealthy philanthropists

b) Older, retired

c) People of average means

d) Have no children

You’re right! Most people who include a charity in their Will are of average means. In fact, over 3M ordinary Canadians have now created an ethical Will (many are under 50).

Not exactly. Most people who include a charity in their Will are of average means. In fact, over 3M ordinary Canadians have now created an ethical Will (many are under 50).

4. When you support a cause in your Will, you are taking away from your ability to support your loved ones.

a) True

b) False

You’re right! There’s room to support both your cause and your loved ones in your Will. Even 1% of your estate can be a significant contribution to your cause, and you still leave enough to support family.

Not exactly. There’s room to support both your cause and your loved ones in your Will. Even 1% of your estate can be a significant contribution to your cause, and you still leave enough to support family.

5. Leaving a donation in your Will can reduce, or even eliminate the taxes paid by your estate

a) True

b) False

You’re right! When you pass, your estate is likely to receive a sizeable tax bill. When you leave a donation in your Will you get a charitable tax receipt that can significantly reduce those taxes. There are even ways to structure your gift so you eliminate taxes altogether.

Not exactly. When you pass, your estate is likely to receive a sizeable tax bill. When you leave a donation in your Will you get a charitable tax receipt that can significantly reduce those taxes. There are even ways to structure your gift so you eliminate taxes altogether.

6. Most Canadians are able to make a bigger contribution to their cause through their Will. The average gift left in a Will is:

a) $5000

b) $12,000

c) $35,000

d) $76,000

You’re right! The average gift in a Will, left by ordinary Canadians, is $35,000. How is this possible? Think of your estate - your home, your savings, etc. That can be a tidy sum. Leaving even 1% of your estate for your cause can be a major donation. When else would you be able to make such a big impact?

Not exactly. The average gift in a Will, left by ordinary Canadians, is $35,000. How is this possible? Think of your estate - your home, your savings, etc. That can be a tidy sum. Leaving even 1% of your estate for your cause can be a major donation. When else would you be able to make such a big impact?

7. It is recommended that you involve your family when making your Will

a) True

b) False

You’re right! It is a good idea to think about involving family if you can. That way there won’t be any surprises. It doesn’t have to be uncomfortable. Involving family in your plans can lead to motivating conversations about life and purpose, and even inspire a family legacy that future generations can rally around.

Not exactly. It is a good idea to think about involving family if you can. That way there won’t be any surprises. It doesn’t have to be uncomfortable. Involving family in your plans can lead to motivating conversations about life and purpose, and even inspire a family legacy that future generations can rally around.

8. When you leave a gift to charity in your Will, you don’t know it will be used

a) True

b) False

You’re right! It is important to speak to your charity when including them in your Will. A charity professional can help you understand how your gift can meet future needs and show you how it will have impact.

Not exactly. It is important to speak to your charity when including them in your Will. A charity professional can help you understand how your gift can meet future needs and show you how it will have impact.

9. It’s hard to change or amend your Will once it has been finalized

a) True

b) False

You’re right! Professionals recommend you review your Will every 5 years. Things may have been changed in your life. If those changes are small, your legal advisor can simply update a clause in your Will. If the changes are big, your may have to re-do it.

Not exactly. Professionals recommend you review your Will every 5 years. Things may have been changed in your life. If those changes are small, your legal advisor can simply update a clause in your Will. If the changes are big, your may have to re-do it.

10. The following professionals can help you with your Will

a) Lawyers or notaries

b) Financial advisors

c) Accountants

d) All of the above

You’re right! Most people only think of speaking to a lawyer when making their Will, or a notary if they live in Quebec or BC. But you might be missing out on the estate planning if you don’t also speak with a financial advisor or accountant.

Not exactly. Most people only think of speaking to a lawyer when making their Will, or a notary if they live in Quebec or BC. But you might be missing out on the estate planning if you don’t also speak with a financial advisor or accountant.

11. We would love to connect with you if any of the statements below are true for you
After you have provided for your loved ones, would you consider creating a gift in your Will to OrKidstra?

I have included OrKidstra in my Will

I would like to learn more about gifts in Wills

Thank you for letting us know that you’ve included OrKidstra in your Will! Your thoughtful bequest will give future generations of children the opportunity to benefit from the joys and challenges of music-making. Please fill out your name and email below so we can send you a personal thank you.

Thank you so much for letting us know that you would like to learn more. Please fill out your name and email below so that we can connect you with more information on gifts in Wills.

Thanks for taking the quiz! We hope you’ve discovered how much more you can do with your Will!

Next step? Connect with OrKidstra and find out how to create a Will that’s good for family, your finances, and the future world!

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