Sample Bequest Language

For an outright bequest in will:

    Unrestricted Specific Bequest

       I give to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Joliet, 425 Summit Street, Joliet, IL 60435, the        sum of (dollar amount) for its general  purposes.

    Unrestricted Percentage Bequest

      I give to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Joliet-in-Illinois, located at 425 Summit Street,       Joliet, IL 60435, ___ % of the rest and residue of my estate for its general purposes.

    Unrestricted Residual Bequest

      I give, bequeath and devise the rest and residue of my estate to the Roman Catholic       Diocese of Joliet-in-Illinois, located at 425 Summit Street, Joliet, IL 60435, for its       general purposes.

    Restricted Use Bequest

       I give to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Joliet-in-Illinois, located at 425 Summit Street,        Joliet, IL, 60435, the sum of (dollar amount) for (specify how the gift is to be used).

       Note: It is a good idea to allow for alternate designations if the Diocese cannot fulfill        your primary wish. You may wish to contact the Diocese before making this restriction.

    Unrestricted Bequest For Endowment

      I give to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Joliet-in-Illinois, located at 425 Summit Street,       Joliet, IL 60435, the sum of (dollar amount) for its general endowment fund.

      For larger amounts, it may be possible to endow a specific position or project.  

For more information

      Email Fr. Jim Schwab, or call at (815) 834-4030 so that we can assist you and       answer your questions.