Advisor Resources
Resources for Your Clients
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Below are resources that reflect the most common requests we receive from professional advisors.
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Tools & Resources
Declaration of Intent for a Planned Gift
A declaration of intent is a simple way to indicate your client’s plan to leave a gift to the community. By informing us of this intent, your client will become a member of the Foundation’s North Star Society and receive special opportunities and recognition.
Sample Testamentary Language
Here is some sample language to include a gift in your client’s will. Please also contact a gift planner to establish a fund agreement with us and discuss your client’s specific situation. A fund agreement must be in place in addition to using this language to ensure that your client’s wishes are fulfilled.
I devise and bequeath $_______ or ___ percent of my gross estate as determined for federal estate tax purposes to the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation, Incorporated (EIN: 41-6031510), to be held by it as a separate fund to be known as the _______________________ Fund (the “Fund”).
Planned Giving Illustrations
With our planned giving software, we can run illustrations on how different giving vehicles may have income and tax benefits for your clients. Contact us for an illustration on a charitable remainder trust or gift annuity.
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Tips, Advice and News for Professional Advisors
20 Resources to Build Your Clients’ Charitable Giving Expertise
Check out our list of philanthropy books, podcasts and Ted Talks for helping your clients achieve their philanthropic goals.
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Podcasts for Professional Advisors
Check out a few podcast recommendations to enhance your practice.
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5 Tips to Prepare Your Clients for Year-End Giving
We’re here to help you and your client meet your year-end goals.
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Talking With Your Clients About Philanthropy
To ensure your clients are aware of their philanthropic options, here are some questions to ask during your next advisory meeting.
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