Make a gift outside of your will
A CRT can be set up independently from your will. This means your intentions remain confidential and the capital is protected against potential challenges to your estate.
Benefit from tax deductions
You may receive an immediate tax receipt for the present value of the CRT. US taxpayers may benefit from a tax-smart strategy to transform an appreciated asset into lifetime income.
Support yourself and your loved ones
You or your designated beneficiaries will receive income for a specified term. The remainder of the funds will be donated to the University.
Choose your cause
Support the area of the University you’re most passionate about. Let us know if you’d like to give to the University’s greatest needs, your faculty or another initiative.
Know the essentials
- Speak with your tax advisor to determine if a CRT is the right vehicle for you
- For more information, contact McGill’s Bequests and Planned Gifts team
- Our Charitable Registration Number for Revenue Canada is: 11912 8981 RR0001
- All charitable trusts by U.S. citizens must be in the name of “The Friends of McGill University, Inc.”
- The Friends of McGill University, Inc. Our Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 23-7054819.
- For US taxpayers donating a CRT, a donor receives income for life or a term of years, not to exceed 20 years.
Legal notes
1. Information on this site is of a general nature and not intended to constitute financial or legal advice. Please consult your income tax, financial and/or legal advisors before arranging a planned gift.
2. All requests for information are confidential.
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