Shape the future through a bequest
Leave a lasting legacy
There are many ways to do good — both during your lifetime and beyond. Bequeathing, leaving a legacy, or donating a portion of your estate are ways to provide others with a lasting future. In your bequest, you determine what will endure beyond your lifetime. You can create something lasting, set an example of justice and solidarity, and make a lasting difference in people’s lives.
A bequest is a very personal matter. Above all, we all want to include those close to us — such as family and friends — in our final wishes to leave them something. But charitable organizations can also find a place in your will. Especially if you were already socially engaged during your lifetime, this is a particularly sustainable and effective way to continue your work beyond death. With a bequest or inheritance, you can help children and families in the long term and pave the way for a better future for them.
Our inheritance law tutorials also provide valuable insights into how to properly draft your will. After all, your wishes can only be properly carried out if your will is drafted in a legally sound manner. In addition, please be sure to seek professional advice. At ChildFund, we do not offer legal advice ourselves, but we are happy to put you in touch with attorney Simone Beuger, who kindly offers ChildFund supporters a discount on an initial consultation.
Inheritance Law Tutorials
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Our Inheritance Calculator
In Germany, there are legal regulations governing inheritance—for example, a reserved share that close relatives such as spouses or children are entitled to inherit. With the inheritance calculator, you can use a non-binding tool to assess your personal inheritance situation and calculate the respective shares of the heirs in your estate. You will also learn how large the statutory share is and what portion of the estate you could freely dispose of by drafting a will.
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Would you like to learn more about charitable bequests, or do you have a question for us? We would be happy to meet with you in person for a confidential, no-obligation consultation. Upon request, we can also put you in touch with experienced professionals who can assist you with estate planning and notarial matters and help you draft your will.
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What does ChildFund Deutschland stand for, and what is the goal of its work?
Our goal is to bring about lasting improvements in the future prospects of children in need, their families, and their entire communities. Through our commitment to these children and families, we aim to make a positive difference and create lasting improvements, always guided by the principle of helping people help themselves. This enables them to exercise their rights, overcome poverty and dependency, and lead independent and self-determined lives.
How can I be sure that my donation actually reaches its destination?
The efficient use of the donations entrusted to us is our top priority. To ensure that our aid is used in a highly targeted manner, we rely on close collaboration with local partner organizations in all the countries where we operate, so that our assistance meets the specific needs on the ground. Furthermore, all our support is guided by the principle of helping people help themselves. This ensures that the people in our projects benefit from long-term and lasting changes and, in the long run, no longer depend on aid but can live independently and self-determinedly. Our transparent and responsible handling of donations is also confirmed by the DZI Donation Seal, which we have been awarded continuously since 1995 by the German Central Institute for Social Issues.
How does ChildFund Deutschland work?
Our work is made possible by three sources of funding: sponsorships, other donations, and public funds. Our projects funded by sponsorships are designed for the long term. They are characterized by particularly close collaboration between our partner organizations in the respective project country and the local communities.
The donation-based and publicly funded projects have a shorter duration. Due to the limited timeframe, these projects require more intensive planning and support on our part.
In all projects, ChildFund plays two specific roles: First, raising funds so that the project work can be implemented at all. And second, bringing together and building bridges between those who provide money and expertise and those who lack these resources. The goal is to maximize mutual benefit from the collaboration and to advance our projects in the most effective way possible.
What kinds of projects does ChildFund Deutschland carry out?
Our projects, which are funded through sponsorships, are designed for the long term. They are characterized by particularly close collaboration between our partner organizations in the respective project country and the local communities.
The donation-based and publicly funded projects have a shorter duration. Due to the limited timeframe, these projects require more intensive planning and support on our part.
What regions and issues does ChildFund Deutschland focus on?
We operate in various countries across Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. Our work focuses primarily on education, nutrition, livelihood support, and child protection, as well as humanitarian aid in emergency situations. Issues such as health and climate protection are also central to many of our projects.
How can I support ChildFund Deutschland?
There are many different ways to support our work. From a one-time donation to a regular donation as a “Future Donor” to becoming a sponsor, you are free to choose the form of support that best suits you. Long-term and particularly sustainable support can also take the form of a foundation or a bequest. We also offer a range of customized support options for businesses and schools.