Will or Trust Language
See our sample language for a will or living trust.
Michael Garceau
Advancement Officer
(202) 633-2377
NASMLegacy@si.edu
When you leave a charitable gift to the National Air and Space Museum in your will, trust or by beneficiary designation, you forever become part of the remarkable story of human flight. Your gift will help the Museum to remain an exciting place of learning and discovery, and will help to educate and inspire future generations of aviation and space pioneers.
Leaving a gift in your will or revocable living trust is a wonderful way to ensure that your support of the National Air and Space Museum impacts generations to come.
You may designate a specific dollar amount or a percentage of your estate to the Museum, while leaving other assets to your family and friends.
There is no minimum requirement. Every gift counts.
To make a gift in your will or trust, follow these simple steps:
Request more information about making a gift in your will or trust >
Naming the National Air and Space Museum as the beneficiary of a retirement account is a smart way to give. Income from a retirement account is often taxed more heavily than other assets and so may become a liability for your loved ones.
Because the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum is tax-exempt, 100 percent of your gift will go toward creating your legacy. You can also name the National Air and Space Museum as the beneficiary of a life insurance policy, certificate of deposit, bank or brokerage account, as well as a donor-advised fund.
To make a gift by beneficiary designation, follow these steps:
Request more information about making a gift by beneficiary designation >
When you create a charitable gift annuity with the Smithsonian Institution, you receive stable annual payments for life and a charitable income tax deduction in the year you make the donation.
A gift annuity is simple and flexible, and it gives you the satisfaction of making a gift that benefits you now and provides future support to the National Air and Space Museum. For more information on charitable gift annuities, please email Michael Garceau or call (202) 633-2377.
Request a personalized illustration of your charitable gift annuity options >
We hope to welcome you to the National Air and Space Museum Legacy Society and a lifelong relationship with the Museum. The Legacy Society provides you with opportunities to connect with others who are interested in learning about the Museum's important work and newest endeavors, and who share your commitment to the future of the Museum.
As a Legacy Society member, you will be among the first to learn about new exhibitions and programs, and you will be invited to special donor receptions and events, such as the annual Legacy Society event at the Museum. Your gift will be noted in the Smithsonian Annual Report, or you may choose to remain anonymous. Please talk with us about how you can be part of the Campaign for the National Air and Space Museum with your legacy gift. View the list of Legacy Society members.
Request more information about the National Air and Space Museum Legacy Society >
Will or Trust Language
See our sample language for a will or living trust.
Michael Garceau
Advancement Officer
(202) 633-2377 NASMLegacy@si.edu
Will or Trust Language
See our sample language for a will or living trust.
Michael Garceau
Advancement Officer
(202) 633-2377
NASMLegacy@si.edu
When you leave a charitable gift to the National Air and Space Museum in your will, trust or by beneficiary designation, you forever become part of the remarkable story of human flight. Your gift will help the Museum to remain an exciting place of learning and discovery, and will help to educate and inspire future generations of aviation and space pioneers.
Leaving a gift in your will or revocable living trust is a wonderful way to ensure that your support of the National Air and Space Museum impacts generations to come.
You may designate a specific dollar amount or a percentage of your estate to the Museum, while leaving other assets to your family and friends.
There is no minimum requirement. Every gift counts.
To make a gift in your will or trust, follow these simple steps:
Request more information about making a gift in your will or trust >
Naming the National Air and Space Museum as the beneficiary of a retirement account is a smart way to give. Income from a retirement account is often taxed more heavily than other assets and so may become a liability for your loved ones.
Because the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum is tax-exempt, 100 percent of your gift will go toward creating your legacy. You can also name the National Air and Space Museum as the beneficiary of a life insurance policy, certificate of deposit, bank or brokerage account, as well as a donor-advised fund.
To make a gift by beneficiary designation, follow these steps:
Request more information about making a gift by beneficiary designation >
When you create a charitable gift annuity with the Smithsonian Institution, you receive stable annual payments for life and a charitable income tax deduction in the year you make the donation.
A gift annuity is simple and flexible, and it gives you the satisfaction of making a gift that benefits you now and provides future support to the National Air and Space Museum. For more information on charitable gift annuities, please email Michael Garceau or call (202) 633-2377.
Request a personalized illustration of your charitable gift annuity options >
We hope to welcome you to the National Air and Space Museum Legacy Society and a lifelong relationship with the Museum. The Legacy Society provides you with opportunities to connect with others who are interested in learning about the Museum's important work and newest endeavors, and who share your commitment to the future of the Museum.
As a Legacy Society member, you will be among the first to learn about new exhibitions and programs, and you will be invited to special donor receptions and events, such as the annual Legacy Society event at the Museum. Your gift will be noted in the Smithsonian Annual Report, or you may choose to remain anonymous. Please talk with us about how you can be part of the Campaign for the National Air and Space Museum with your legacy gift. View the list of Legacy Society members.
Request more information about the National Air and Space Museum Legacy Society >
Will or Trust Language
See our sample language for a will or living trust.
Michael Garceau
Advancement Officer
(202) 633-2377 NASMLegacy@si.edu