Greetings, NCCU faculty and staff, from your colleagues in the NCCU Division of Institutional Advancement! Have you thought about how your legacy and estate planning connect? Estate planning is really what you want done with what you own. The good news is that you can provide for the people and causes, such as NCCU, that are important to you by taking simple steps now. Creating your plan for the future can be easy and even enjoyable while ensuring that your legacy is remembered!
Almost everyone feels better with a plan. It is not too complicated to complete your estate plan and achieve peace of mind. It is comforting to know when you have organized your life and your plans in a way that provide for and protect your loved ones. The NCCU Division of Institutional Advancement can help demystify the process and assist you with any questions. Utilizing our FreeWill partner is a great way to start the process. Click here to learn more!
Itemize Your Assets
Take a piece of paper and draw a line down the middle. On the left side, write something you own. On the right side, write the name or names of the person(s) you wish to receive that item or asset.
Organize Your Estate
Make the process of organizing your estate and plans even easier by downloading the NCCU free wills guide. This fill-in-the-blank guide walks you through the process of gathering information about what you own, your family and your goals. Please click here to access the guide!
Write Down Questions
Consider practical questions, such as, “If I give my house to my adult son and my adult daughter, what will they do with it?” If you come up with a question that you can’t seem to find a solution for, make a note to ask your attorney.
Consider Charity
Remember to include any charities, including the NCCU Foundation, that are important to you in your plan. If you have given during life, then consider providing for these organizations through your estate. Click here to ask us about plans like charitable remainder trusts and gift annuities that can help your family and support NCCU’s mission.
Update Your Plan
Update your estate plan as your life changes. Marriages, births, divorces and deaths are all events that may make you want you to revise your plans.
On behalf of the Division of Institutional Advancement, thank you for your time. Please don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected] or [email protected] with any questions. We are happy to assist you.
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