One of the most frequently used Planned Gifts is that of a gift through one's will. Gifts by will to the Archdiocese of New York may be one of four kinds: A general bequest, which provides a specific dollar amount to the Archdiocese of New York; A residuary bequest, which provides the Archdiocese of New York with a specific asset or a sum of money, for all or a portion of what remains in an estate after other gifts have been made; A remainder bequest, which provides the Archdiocese of New York with a portion of the donor's estate that remains after the death of a life beneficiary; A gift of contingent interest, which gives the Archdiocese of New York a portion of the donor's estate at the donor's death or the death of a life beneficiary if certain primary beneficiaries are no longer living. Bequests to the Archdiocese of New York are fully deductible as charitable gifts for federal estate-tax purposes and, in most cases, for state death-tax purposes. Regina Coeli Legacy Society For Exceptionally Generous Legacies Regina Coeli Legacy Society members live on through their planned charitable gifts. Gifts such as: A bequest to the Archdiocese of New York or one of its adjuncts in your Will; The purchase of a charitable gift annuity; The naming of the Archdiocese of New York or one of its adjuncts as a Primary beneficiary of your retirement plan or of a lift insurance policy; The creating of a charitable trust. As a member of the Regina Coeli Legacy Society, you will be: Invited to a special Mass at the Cathedral of St. Patrick followed by a private Reception; Listed, if you wish, in a special announcement published in Catholic New York. For more information on bequests to the Archdiocese of New York, call 212-371-1011 ext. 3317. Or e-mail gift.planning@archny.org