The Legacy Society Your words have power. So can your legacy. Share on Twitter (opens in a new tab) on Facebook (opens in a new tab) on Linkedin (opens in a new tab) via email Joining the Legacy Society is a simple way to include the Authors Guild Foundation in your estate plans. There is no minimum contribution, it does not affect your finances today, and it can be changed at any time. For writers and readers alike, it’s a simple, flexible, and powerful way to ensure the stories that matter continue to reach those who need them most. Ways to Leave a Legacy Life Insurance Policies Donating a life insurance policy by naming the Authors Guild Foundation as its irrevocable owner and beneficiary may provide immediate tax benefits, including a charitable income tax deduction based on the policy’s value. Since the Foundation owns the policy, the proceeds will not be included in your taxable estate. Wills or Trusts A gift through your will can take many forms. You may choose to leave a specific dollar amount, or you may include a percentage of what remains in your estate after other bequests are fulfilled. Literary Bequests The Authors Guild Foundation accepts bequests and donations of the rights to your literary works and can manage these assets according to your wishes, preserving your work while easing the burden on your heirs. Learn more here. Giving Is Easy 1. Check your account statement for the phone number and website of your account administrator. 2. Request your beneficiary designation form. 3. Designate the Authors Guild Foundation as a partial, contingent, or sole beneficiary of your account or assets. 4. Sign and return the form to your plan administrator and keep a copy for your files. If you are prepared to pledge a gift, please download our estate gift notification form to share with your financial advisor. The Authors Guild Foundation is recognized by the federal government as a tax-exempt organization described in section 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and a Type 1 supporting organization of the Authors Guild. By designating the Authors Guild Foundation as the beneficiary of your gift, you are entitled to the full range of charitable gift benefits. Learn More For more information on the Legacy Society, call (212) 594-7931 or write to the address below. The Authors Guild FoundationATTN: Nikki Maniscalco31 East 32nd Street, Suite 901New York, New York 10016Phone: 207-669-2566Email: donations@authorsguildfoundation.org
