Remember the National Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia in your Planned Giving 

This simple planning will guarantee that you and your legacy continue to live on through the lives of the many women, men, and children helped by your generosity. What a wonderful tribute to you and your family! To learn more about planned giving, please contact us.

How Bequests Work

  • Include a gift to the National Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia in your will or trust. Click here for sample language that you could use.

  • Make your bequest unrestricted or direct it to a specific purpose.

  • Indicate a specific amount or a percentage of the balance remaining in your estate or trust.

  • Tell us about your gift so we may celebrate your generosity now.

The Benefits of Planned Giving

  • Your assets remain in your control during your lifetime.

  • You can modify your gift to address changing circumstances.

  • You can direct your gift to a particular purpose (be sure to check with us to make sure your gift can be used as intended).

  • Under current tax law, there is no upper limit on the estate tax deduction for your charitable bequests.

Please let us know if you have already included the National Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia in your estate plan. If you have questions or if we can assist you as you begin the process, please contact Deacon Olindo Mennilli, the Shrine’s Director of Business Operations.