Learn About Wills and Bequests

What are the benefits of making a bequest?

You leave a lasting legacy to be remembered
You lessen the burden of taxes on your family
You may receive estate tax savings
100% of your bequest will go directly to research and education

How can I learn more?

How do I make a bequest?

A bequest is one of the easiest gifts to make. With the help of an advisor, you can include language in your will or trust specifying a gift to be made to support Van Andel Institute's research and/or education initiatives.

View Bequest Language

What are my options?

A bequest can be made in several ways:

You can gift a specific dollar amount or asset
You can gift a percentage of your estate
You can gift from the balance or residue of your estate
You can make a beneficiary designation of certain assets

How do I get started?

Request a Wills Guide

Create an Online Account

Let us help you with your gift plans

Interested in learning about ways you can support Van Andel Institute or how to maximize the impact of your giving? Have you already made a gift and would like us to know?

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