Bequest Language
Suggested Paragraphs for Inclusion in Wills
- I give, devise and bequeath to the Curators of the University of Missouri, the sum of $___
- for the use and benefit of (a specific program/department/college/library/etc.)
- for unrestricted use
to establish the (Named) endowment fund, the annual distribution of which is to be used - for (scholarships/professorships/faculty awards, lecture series/etc.)
on the St. Louis campus.
I give, devise and bequeath to the Curators of the University of Missouri, ____% of the estate owned by me at my death
- for the use and benefit of (a specific program/department/college/library/etc.)
- for unrestricted use
- to establish the (Named) endowment fund, the annual distribution of which is to be used for (scholarships/professorships/faculty awards, lecture series/etc.)
on the St. Louis campus.
I give, devise and bequeath to the Curators of the University of Missouri, the residue of property owned by my at my death
- for the use and benefit of (a specific program/department/college/library/etc.)
- for unrestricted use
- to establish the (Named) endowment fund, the annual distribution of which is to be used for (scholarships/professorships/faculty awards, lecture series/etc.)
on the St. Louis campus.
Be certain that the St. Louis campus is specifically designated, otherwise the gift may be considered a gift for the University of Missouri.
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