Make A Bequest In Your Will

Leave A Legacy In Your Will

To include Volunteers of America of Greater New Orleans in your will, there are several types of charitable bequest language you can use. Because each state may have special requirements for creating a valid will, you should consult with your legal advisor to ensure your will is in compliance with all laws.

Sample Bequest Language
To Bequest a Specific Amount ($) or Percentage (%)
"I bequeath [the sum of $_____; OR the percentage of _____%] to Volunteers of America of Greater New Orleans, or its successor in interest, to be used in such manner as the Board of Directors shall, in its sole discretion, determine. If Volunteers of America Greater New Orleans, or its successor in interest, does not exist at the time of my death, this bequest shall lapse and become a part of the residuary of my estate."

To Make A (Unrestricted) Residuary Bequest
This statement would come after the donor's bequests to family or other beneficiaries.

"I give, devise and bequeath to Volunteers of America of Greater New Orleans, or its successor in interest, all of the rest, residue and remainder of my estate, to be used in such manner as the Board of Directors shall, in its sole discretion, determine. If Volunteers of America of Greater New Orleans, or its successor in interest, does not exist at the time of my death, this gift shall lapse and I give, devise and bequeath the rest, residue and remainder of my estate to my heirs at law."

To learn more, email us or contact:

Michelle M. Neal
Director of Development
Volunteers of America of Greater New Orleans
4152 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70119
(504) 486-8664