Several of our long-standing supporters have left a charitable bequest to Elizabeth Fry Society in their will. Their thoughtful foresight in making a planned gift has allowed us to fund extraordinary costs not covered by our regular operating budget such as upgrading our computer system and undertaking urgently needed building renovations.

What is a planned gift?

A planned gift is one that is promised now, but is not realized until some time in the future. A planned gift can be made in the form of a testamentary bequest, an insurance policy, an annuity, or in the form of tangible property. Frequently, the charitable organization does not receive any benefit from the gift until after the donor's death.

Planned giving donations are becoming increasingly popular in Canada.

For many people, everyday financial demands limit their ability to support their favourite charities. Making provision for a deferred charitable gift in your will allows you to bequeath the type of donation you would ideally like to make to your charity of choice. A planned gift is particularly suited to people with assets like a house or insurance policy and no dependents.

Lawyers suggest that people review their will every five years to take into account changing life circumstances. When reviewing your will, please consider a gift to the Elizabeth Fry Society of Toronto. You can arrange a charitable bequest by simply adding a codicil or clause to your existing will, naming the Elizabeth Fry Society of Toronto as recipient of a fixed amount or percentage of your estate.

For more information on planned giving, please call 416-924-3708.

“As E. Fry stands in the present, holding the legacies of the past, and preparing for new challenges in the future, the fruits of the dreams of the original visionaries and of the commitment, dedication and involvement of so many individuals over the decades are truly worthy of celebration. As long as there are women in prison, women living in poverty, women victimized by violence or discriminated against because of race or sexual orientation, women unable to find employment or affordable housing, women who are marginalized stigmatized, alienated and isolated, there will be an invaluable and unique role for the Elizabeth Fry Society of Toronto — to search for balance and to build the bridge. In fulfilling this role, E. Fry will continue to make a difference in women's lives and in our society over the coming decades”. – Darlene Lawson, Executive Director, Elizabeth Fry Society of Toronto, 1983–1992

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