Also known as planned giving, legacy giving is a way to support the Church through a gift arranged during your lifetime — benefiting the Church now or in the future.
Your legacy gift can reflect the people, places and ministries that matter most to you, while helping carry God’s mission forward for generations to come.
Ready to take the next step? Explore the options below to register for our free upcoming legacy giving webinar or connect with us about making your bequest. There’s more to discover. Keep scrolling to continue learning about legacy giving.
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Supporting the Church You Love for Generations to Come
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
11:30 A.M. to 1 P.M. via Zoom
Learn from our experienced panelists about the ministry of legacy giving and how it can help congregations build a sustainable future.
Continue Your Legacy Giving Journey
Mailing Info, Sample Bequests, and Contact Information
Types of legacy gifts may include:
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A bequest in your Will
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A gift of publicly traded securities
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A gift of life insurance
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A gift of property or other assets
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A donation of an endowment fund
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A designated gift supporting a specific ministry
So which type of bequest is right for you?
When supporters are considering leaving bequests to the Anglican Diocese of Ottawa, they might be concerned about the uncertainty surrounding the size of their estates when they pass on.
After all, none of us knows how much longer we’ll live – or what the value of our estates will be when we pass from this world.
People are often happy to find out that they don’t have to leave a fixed amount of money. There are two other ways to make bequests that ease the worry about estate size and the gift amount.
Many people choose to make what are known as “residual gifts.” This type of donation is in fact the “remainder” after all of a person’s fixed obligations are met. So, for example, someone could leave a certain amount of money to each child and grandchild – and then leave the remainder to a charity of their choice, such as the Anglican Diocese of Ottawa, their parish or General Synod.
WHY CONSIDER A LEGACY GIFT?
Legacy giving is a meaningful way to support the mission of the Church beyond your lifetime.
Your gift helps ensure the ministries you care about continue to grow where your heart is.
Through legacy gifts, the Church is able to:
- Support parish ministries and spiritual formation
- Strengthen outreach programs in our communities
- Provide assistance to those in need
- Sustain worship and pastoral care
- Leave a lasting gift in support of the vitality of our Anglican Community
HOW TO MAKE A LEGACY GIFT
Creating a legacy gift is simple and can be done as part of your estate planning. Take the following steps to ensure your gift is in good hands.
Reflect
Consider the parish, ministries and programs meaningful to you.
Speak with Your Advisor
Consult your lawyer or estate planner about including the church in your Will.
Inform us
Letting us know about your plans is the next step in allowing us to honour your intentions and thank you for your generosity. Contact information at the top of the page.
What if the intention of my bequest Is no longer possible?
It’s hard to know where your gift can have an impact in 20, 40, or 60 years.
A Power to Vary clause is recommended when a bequest is intended. It gives the Church to power to use your gift for a different purpose in the event that the original purpose is no longer possible and/or necessary.
The information provided on this page does not constitute legal or financial advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional advice. The Anglican Diocese of Ottawa encourages you to seek professional legal, estate planning and financial advice before deciding on a course of action.