Support CERF+

Planned Gifts

Making a provision in your will for CERF+ is one of the most important ways you can help secure the future of CERF+. Fortunately, it’s an easy task to accomplish. Below are some examples of language you can use for different types of bequests. Be sure to consult an attorney when preparing legal documents.

The CERF+’s tax ID is 13-3273980.

Percentage of your estate

"I give ____% of my estate to the CERF+, located in Montpelier, Vermont, for its general charitable uses and purposes."

Fixed amount of money

"I give $____ to the CERF+, located in Montpelier, Vermont, for its general charitable uses and purposes."

Real estate or other property

"I give [description of property, including exact location] to the CERF+, located in Montpelier, Vermont, for its general charitable uses and purposes."

Residual bequest

"I give the residue of my estate to the CERF+, located in Montpelier, Vermont, for its general charitable uses and purposes."
"I give ____% of the residue of my estate to the CERF+, located in Montpelier, Vermont, for its general charitable uses and purposes."

There’s a personal side to this: After Katrina hit last fall, I begin to think about how I could support CERF+ over the long haul to ensure that it would always be there for working craftspeople. I decided to put CERF+ in my will so that a portion of my estate can go to craft artists when I die.

—CERF+ Plan Gift Donor