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What is legacy giving?
Is it possible to make a gift to BC through my will, and does BC want a gift like this?
Why do I need an estate plan?
What is the language that I should use to make Boston College a beneficiary of my estate plans?
Can I make a gift to BC that provides payments to me?
How do these life income gifts work, and what are the benefits for me?
Will I receive a charitable deduction for my life income gift?
Why would I establish one of these legacy gifts?
May I designate my legacy gift to a specific purpose or school at Boston College?
What is the best asset for me to use to fund a gift to Boston College?
Is it possible to name Boston College as a beneficiary of my retirement plan?
Can I use my life insurance policy to benefit BC?
How do I know which gift plan is right for me?
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