“Give It Twice” Trust
“Give It Twice” Trust
If you’re looking for a way to provide income to your family while also making a meaningful gift to Roger Bacon High School, a “Give It Twice” trust may be a powerful solution.
This strategy allows your assets to support your loved ones first—and then make a lasting impact on future Spartans.
How It Works
A “Give It Twice” trust is typically funded through retirement assets such as an IRA:
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Create a Charitable Trust
A charitable remainder unitrust is established as part of your estate plan.
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Name the Trust as Beneficiary
You designate the trust as the beneficiary of your IRA or other retirement account.
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Provide Income to Loved Ones
After your lifetime, the account funds the trust, which then makes payments to your spouse, children, or other beneficiaries for a set period of time or for life.
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Support Roger Bacon
When the trust term ends, the remaining assets are distributed to Roger Bacon High School.
Key Benefits
This approach offers a unique balance between family support and charitable impact:
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Provides income to your spouse, children, or other loved ones
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Utilizes the full value of retirement assets in a tax-efficient way
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May generate estate tax benefits
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Creates a meaningful future gift to Roger Bacon High School
A Thoughtful Way to Plan
A “Give It Twice” trust can help you:
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Provide structured income to heirs instead of a one-time distribution
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Promote long-term financial responsibility for beneficiaries
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Treat multiple heirs more equitably through consistent payments
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Align your financial legacy with your charitable values
Why Retirement Assets?
Retirement accounts are often heavily taxed when passed directly to heirs. By directing these assets into a charitable trust, you can reduce the overall tax impact while still providing income to your family.
A Lasting Legacy
This strategy allows your assets to make an impact twice—first by supporting your loved ones, and ultimately by strengthening the mission of Roger Bacon High School.