Video contains text and narration about Beneficiary Designations. Benficiary Designations: a quick and easy way to make a big difference. In less than the time it takes to walk your dog around the block, you can make a lasting impact on a cause you care about. Simply designate us as the beneficiary of your retirement plan, life insurance policy, or commercial annuity. When you use a beneficiary designation, you simply the estate planning and administration process. Your assets pass directly to the beneficiary without court intervention and your estate may receive a charitable estate tax deduction for those assets that pass to us. This process is a quick and easy way for you to make a substantial gift perhaps larger than what you could afford during your lifetime. Here's what you do: First, request a beneficiary designation form from your plan administrator, insurance agent, or bank representative. Second, designate us as the primary or a contingent beneficiary of the entire amount, a certain dollar amount, or a percentage of the assets. Third, sign, date, return the form and you're finished. It really is that easy. No time spent updating your will and no related legal fees. In just a few minutes, with a simple form you can create a lasting legacy and provide for the future of our mission. If your circumstances change during your lifetime, you can cancel or alter the agreement at any time And although we love surprises, please let us know when you've planned for us in your estate so we can say thank you. We will, of course, respect your wishes if you prefer your gift to remain anonymous. To learn more about simple ways to make a big difference, download the ebrochure Beneficiary Designations: The 3 Easiest Ways to Leave Your Legacy from this website. The process is quick and easy just like beneficiary designations. The information in this material is not intended for tax or legal advice. Please consult with your professional advisor before making a gift.