A planned gift is a contribution that you plan for now, in order to give at some point in the future.

Planned giving is a flexible way to make a donation that best suits your needs. With many planned giving options available, the creative ways to give are endless.

A planned gift to the Nature Trust ensures that future citizens of New Brunswick, our children’s children, will enjoy the opportunity to discover untouched land, to see flora and fauna in their natural settings and to be inspired by nature in all its glory.

As with any type of financial planning, we strongly recommend that you speak with your financial or legal adviser regarding your options, so that you can make a decision that takes into account your financial needs.

The Nature Trust encourages you to contact us if you have arranged for a planned gift to our organization, or if you are considering such a donation.  With this information, we can be sure that your wishes are followed through.

WILL POWER: LEAVING A CHARITABLE GIFT IN YOUR WILL

In partnership with Will Power, the Nature Trust is looking to inspire Canadians to think differently about giving and consider leaving a gift to the Nature Trust in their Will. 

WHAT IS WILL POWER?

Will Power is an organization which gives charities a platform to express the importance of planned giving. They educate the public on the accessibility of leaving bequests, while demonstrating next steps for potential donors.

YOUR LEGACY GIFT WILL HAVE A POSITIVE IMPACT

With a charitable bequest to the Nature Trust, donors can leave a legacy of nature. A gift in your will can have a huge impact on conservation efforts in NB, while still supporting those you love. Most of us spend a lifetime contributing to a cause that’s close to our heart. But more and more Canadians are going one step further to leave a gift to charity in their Will. You can make a bigger contribution than you ever thought possible! Wills aren’t just a legal way to distribute your personal assets, they can be a powerful tool for change in the world.

Adding a charitable gift to your will is easier than you think. With Will Power, see how you can support your favourite causes and loved ones in your Will:

Every gift to the Nature Trust of New Brunswick will help ensure that the most special places in New Brunswick are conserved — in all of their natural beauty — forever.

Your gift will help us to steward ecologically significant areas and engage with community members about the importance of land conservation.

Legacy gifts provide New Brunswickers and visitors from all walks of life an opportunity to enjoy the biodiverse spaces we work to conserve. From the beautiful and vibrant Appalachian Hardwood and old-growth Acadian Forests to stunning coastal shorelines and islands, we are surrounded by natural wonders. By making these areas accessible to the public, future generations will have the valuable opportunity to explore the natural beauty of their province.

PLEDGES

A planned gift can be as easy as making a pledge or written commitment to the Nature Trust. This allows you the opportunity to make a larger gift over a period of time. Pledging provides the Nature Trust with a reliable source of funds to help with our conservation efforts. By making a pledge to the Nature Trust, you will have the flexibility to change or cancel your support at any time. You will receive a charitable tax receipt at the beginning of each year for the total amount you contributed the previous year. Please contact us for more information on making a pledge.

LIFE INSURANCE

A gift of a life insurance policy is a great option if you wish to make a larger contribution than you would otherwise be able to make. It is also very easy to arrange. Simply donate an existing life insurance policy and name ‘The Nature Trust of New Brunswick, Inc.’ as the owner and beneficiary of the policy. You can then make arrangements with the Nature Trust as to how the payments will be made.

Many people choose to make a donation, which the charity will use to pay the premiums. There are two benefits to this option. You receive a tax receipt for the fair market value of the policy. You also receive a tax receipt for any premiums you continue to pay on the policy.

To arrange a gift of life insurance, call your insurance provider and he or she will walk you through each step. The provider will also advise you on which type of arrangement will best benefit you and your family. If you donate an existing policy, your gift can be arranged without much delay.

PUBLICLY LISTED SECURITIES

If you are interested in making a donation that will allow you to make a gift now, but provides you with the advantage of making the most of your tax credits, then a donation of appreciated stocks, bonds or mutual funds may be your best option. Normally when you sell securities, you are taxed on 50 per cent of your capital gain, whereas when you donate your securities to any charitable organization, you will not be taxed on those profits.

To receive the full tax benefit, the securities must be transferred to the charity of your choice. They cannot be sold first. Upon completion of the gift, you will receive a tax receipt for the total fair market value of the securities. Depending on the market value of the security, your tax benefit could be thousands of dollars.

All you need to do is provide your financial advisor with the Nature Trust’s account information, as well as which shares and how many of them you would like to donate. It only takes these few simple steps to complete the transfer.

GIFT OF LAND

Conserving the natural landscape of New Brunswick is part of the commitment the Nature Trust has made to protecting ecologically significant areas for future generations. Taking on this monumental task is only possible with the support of landowners who want to contribute their legacy to conservation in the province.

The Nature Trust will be pleased to assist any landowner to plan for the permanent protection of natural lands in New Brunswick. Visit our Conservation Options page for more information on donating land.

For more information about your planned giving options with the Nature Trust of New Brunswick, click the link below to access our Planned Giving Guide.

Interested in speaking with someone about planned giving? Please contact our Chief Executive Officer, Stephanie Merrill, below or call (506) 457-2398.