Sample Bequest Language

Fixed Amount

“I bequeath to the American Psychological Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit corporation organized under Delaware law now maintaining its headquarters in the District of Columbia at 750 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002, the sum of $______ (or describe the specific property you intend to bequeath – stocks, savings bonds, etc.).”

Percentage

“I bequeath to the American Psychological Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit corporation organized under Delaware law now maintaining its headquarters in the District of Columbia at 750 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002, _______% of the rest and residue of my estate.”

Residuary

“After all specific bequests, devises, and expenses have been taken care of, I hereby give the residuary of my estate to the American Psychological Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit corporation organized under Delaware law now maintaining its headquarters in the District of Columbia at 750 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002.”

NOTE: Gifts can also be contingent – passing to the American Psychological Foundation only if another beneficiary passes away before you.

Other Important Information

You may need the following information for your estate plans:

APF Tax ID: 52-6051733