Sample Language for Your Will or Trust

The following language may help you and your attorney when drawing up a bequest that meets your needs.

“I give to The Joffrey Ballet, a nonprofit corporation currently located at 10 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601, or its successor thereto, ______________* [written amount or percentage of the estate or description of property] for its unrestricted use and purpose.”

*If you are interested in supporting a specific project or program, it is best to discuss your plans with our planned giving professionals before completing your bequest language to confirm your wishes can be met by The Joffrey Ballet.

Please note: The policies of The Joffrey Ballet do not allow the Joffrey or its representatives to serve as personal representative, executor, trustee or witness for a will or trust.

Useful Legal Information

Legal name: The Joffrey Ballet
Address: 10 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601
Federal Tax ID number: 36-4009741

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Kristen Bigham
Director of Major & Planned Gifts
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