the LITTORAL SOCIETY HAS BEEN CARING FOR THE COAST FOR Nearly 65 YEARS. HELP US FUEL OUR WORK FOR THE NEXT 65.

Consider leaving the Society a gift in your will, retirement plan or trust. Many gifts cost you nothing now, there is no minimum contribution, and you may change your mind at any time. 

How It Works 
  • Name the Littoral Society in your will, living trust, or as a beneficiary of a retirement plan or financial account. (Sample bequest language below.)
  • Make your bequest unrestricted or direct it to a specific purpose at the Society.
  • Indicate a specific amount, or a percentage of the balance remaining in your estate or trust.
  • Document your gift intention with the Littoral Society.

Using your will or trust:
  • The following sample bequest language expresses the concepts above. It is offered simply as a guideline. Once again, the Littoral Society strongly suggests that you seek expert, professional advice:
  • “I give (dollar amount or % of estate) to the American Littoral Society, Inc., a not-for-profit organization with its principal offices located at 18 Hartshorne Drive, Suite 1, Highlands, NJ 07732. Tax ID # 22-1731073.
  • Optional: “This gift shall be directed to Littoral Society programs in the state of __________ .”​
Using beneficiary designations of your retirement plan or financial accounts:
  • Contact your account manager and ask to update your beneficiaries. You can designate all or a percentage of your account, or make the Littoral Society a contingent beneficiary.
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Benefits
  • Your assets remain in your control during your lifetime.
  • You can modify your bequest to address changing circumstances.
  • You can direct your bequest to a particular purpose (be sure to check with us to make sure your gift can be used as intended).
  • Under current tax law there is no upper limit on the estate tax deduction for your charitable bequests.

We're here to help! Please reach out for further assistance. 

Please contact Ryan Flood, Interim Development Manager, at [email protected] or 732-291-0055 to set up your planned gift today. Planned giving donors should consult with their attorneys before making a planned gift.