Make an eternal impact in the life of a family
Leave a Legacy
"I know the work of Tearfund means a great deal to you, and I want to thank you personally for considering a legacy gift to Tearfund."
In Canada there are several tax-wise options that meet your financial priorities and legacy aspirations. Leaving a legacy gift to Tearfund provides long-term benefits to both you and your family, and to the many families we serve around the world.
Your gift will ensure families living in some of the most difficult places on earth can live free from poverty. It will also provide you with long-term tax, financial, and estate plans.

How Do I Give A Legacy Gift?
Depending on the type of financial investments you may have, there are several customizable ways to ensure that your gift’s impact endures for generations to come.
1. Wills and bequests – Wills are simple to create and do not need to be expensive. You may choose to leave a portion of your property as a donation to Tearfund Canada in your will. Often this will lead to reduced tax burdens for your family.
2. Stocks & Securities – Making a contribution to Tearfund Canada with your stocks can be of great benefit to you. There are no taxes on capital gains when you directly transfer ownership to a charity. All gifts made through a stock, mutual fund, bond, or shares publicly traded on a CRA recognized stock exchange are eligible for a charitable deduction tax receipt.
3. Property and endowments – Endowments are pooled donations that ensure your permanent impact on the lives of many impoverished families. Your donation remains protected and untouched in this fund. When these funds are invested, their value grows, enabling Tearfund to continue reaching the places of greatest need.
4. Gift annuities – Gift Annuity agreements provide you with a life-long stream of annual tax-free income in exchange for contributing a sizable amount to Tearfund Canada, either through cash, securities or personal property.
5. Gifts in memory – One of the most meaningful ways to honour the life of your loved one or friend is to help ensure the local church fulfills its mission as Jesus’ hands and feet in this world. When you make a gift to Tearfund in memory of your loved one, Tearfund will send a letter on your behalf to the family, acknowledging your thoughtful gift.
6. Life insurance – The gift of life insurance is a cost-effective way to support Tearfund’s long-term goals. A qualified financial advisor can help you create, transfer, or designate a beneficiary for a life insurance policy. This allows you to be eligible for several tax savings.

To donate share to Tearfund Canada, download and complete the form below to instruct your financial institution to transfer the securities you wish to donate:
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We all want to know our life has made a difference. Tearfund Canada offers several other opportunities for planned giving to allow you to leave a legacy that reflects your faith and values.
Follow the journey of George and Helen, Canadians just like you, as they discover the various ways that they can increase their legacy giving and make a significant impact to the lives of the poor.


Need Additional Assistance With Estate Planning?
Tearfund Canada has partnered with Advisors with Purpose to offer you the opportunity to work with an Estate Advisor who can help you think through your decisions regarding your estate, and create a unique Estate Plan for your will that reflects your life, faith, and values. These services are free to you, fully confidential, and with no obligation—we promise that no one will sell you anything.
To get in touch with Advisors with Purpose, you can call them at 1-866-336-3315 or email plan@advisorswithpurpose.ca.
Click below to schedule an appointment to speak with an advisor.
To request your copy of a Will Planning Guide, or to further discuss your impact through one of these giving options, please contact Roberta Pronteau
Roberta Pronteau
National Director of Development
Tearfund Canada
(204) 998-6115
rpronteau@tearfund.ca
Tearfund Canada
340 Ferrier St, Suite 202
Markham, ON L3R 2Z5
Charitable registration Number: 10822 2191 RR0001


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