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Adding the Red Cross to Your Will
You do a wonderful service to society when you include the Central Maryland Chapter of the American Red Cross in your will. Your gift can provide help and hope to those in need for years to come.

Language for Your Bequest
Whether creating a new will or amending an existing one (through a document called a codicil), the Red Cross advises that you consult with your attorney first. To include the Central Maryland Chapter of the Red Cross in your will, or to include it in an amendment to your existing will, we suggest you use the following language according to the type of donation you prefer to give:

A Dollar Amount
"I give, devise, and bequeath to the American Red Cross of Central Maryland, located at 4800 Mt. Hope Drive, Baltimore MD 21215, the sum of $___."

A Percentage of Your Estate
"I give, devise, and bequeath to the American Red Cross of Central Maryland, located at 4800 Mt. Hope Drive, Baltimore, MD 21215, (percentage)%________ of my estate."

Real Property
"I give, devise, and bequeath to the American Red Cross of Central Maryland, located at 4800 Mt. Hope Drive, Baltimore, MD 21215, (a description of the property, including size, improvements, etc.) located at (provide exact location)."

The Residue
(The residue is the amount remaining after you have provided specific gifts for all designated beneficiaries.)
"I give, devise, and bequeath to the American Red Cross of Central Maryland, located at 4800 Mt. Hope Drive, Baltimore, MD 21215, all the residue of my estate, including real and personal property."

If you or your attorney should have any questions, please email , or call her on 410-624-2034 or 1-800-737-0265. She will be happy to help.