Here is the language you’ll need to use.

Unrestricted Bequest

Specific Bequest
I hereby give, devise, and bequeath the sum of ________ dollars ($__________) to The University of Cincinnati Foundation, a nonprofit organization located in Cincinnati, Ohio (Federal Tax Identification Number 31-0896555), for the benefit of [the University of Cincinnati / UC Health], to be used for its general purposes.

Percentage/Residuary Bequest
I hereby give, devise, and bequeath ____ percent (___%) of the residue of my estate to The University of Cincinnati Foundation, a nonprofit organization located in Cincinnati, Ohio (Federal Tax Identification Number 31-0896555), for the benefit of [the University of Cincinnati / UC Health], to be used for its general purposes.

Restricted Bequests

If you would like your bequest to be used for a specific purpose, or to create a permanent endowment, please let us know. We would be happy to work with you to ensure your charitable objectives are met by creating a non-binding gift agreement that outlines the intended use of your gift. The Foundation will keep this agreement on record to help ensure your future gift is used in accordance with your wishes.

Specific Bequest
I hereby give, devise, and bequeath the sum of __________ dollars ($__________) to The University of Cincinnati Foundation, a nonprofit organization located in Cincinnati, Ohio (Federal Tax Identification Number 31-0896555), to be used in accordance with a separate gift agreement between me and the Foundation, for the benefit of [the University of Cincinnati / UC Health].

Percentage/Residuary Bequest
I hereby give, devise, and bequeath ____ percent (___%) of the residue of my estate to The University of Cincinnati Foundation, a nonprofit organization located in Cincinnati, Ohio (Federal Tax Identification Number 31-0896555), to be used in accordance with a separate gift agreement between me and the Foundation, for the benefit of [the University of Cincinnati / UC Health].

Beneficiary Designation

Since a will or trust typically does not dispose of certain assets—such as retirement accounts, insurance policies, bank accounts, or donor-advised funds—you may designate The University of Cincinnati Foundation directly as a beneficiary of these assets.

To do so, you will need to complete a beneficiary designation form provided by your financial institution. You will likely be asked to provide the following information:

Legal Name: The University of Cincinnati Foundation
Address: P.O. Box 19970, Cincinnati, OH 45219
Federal Tax Identification Number (EIN): 31-0896555

If your financial institution requests additional information, we would be happy to assist. If you would like your future gift to be used for a specific purpose, please contact us to discuss creating a non-binding gift agreement outlining the intended use of your gift.

Contact / Next Steps

Please contact us if you have any questions about making a future gift to support the University of Cincinnati or UC Health, or if you would like additional information for you or your attorney.

If you have included us in your estate plans, we would be grateful if you would let us know so that we may thank you and recognize you for your generous support.