Make a Bequest

You can create an enduring legacy that will impact Olivet’s mission and its students for years to come by remembering Olivet Nazarene University in your Will.

Creating a charitable bequest is simple

The size of the gift that you set aside for Olivet can be as large or small as you want and your estate will receive a tax deduction for the amount of your Bequest. You may leave a Bequest for

  • a specific amount of cash
  • part of your estate
  • the remainder of your estate

To ensure your gift performs as you request, please use Olivet’s Bequest Language

We are here to help every step of the way. please call us at (815) 939-5171 or, send us a message. We also have a comprehensive, user-friendly online Will Planner Tool that may prove to be useful as you begin your estate planning. We also encourage you to visit our Planned Giving Center for more information on Bequests and other forms of planned giving.

Additional Benefit

Heritage Society Membership

A Bequest of any amount to Olivet Nazarene University automatically qualifies you for membership in Olivet’s Heritage Society.

This society recognizes and honors those individuals who establish a legacy of philanthropy and advocacy through the University.