Inheritance
You may choose to leave something from your estate to a charitable cause such as the War Museum. To do so,
you can choose between an inheritance and/or a legacy. Below, we briefly explain the difference between
an inheritance and a legacy and provide two examples of an inheritance.
When settling your estate, a legacy takes precedence over an inheritance. After all costs,
claims, and legacies have been deducted from your assets, your net estate is divided among the
heirs you have named in your inheritance.
Examples:
Below you will find examples of how an inheritance can be recorded in your will:
EX. 1: “I appoint as my sole heir: Stichting Oorlogsmuseum Medemblik.”
EX. 2: “I appoint as my sole heirs: Mr./Ms. X for 25% of my estate, Mr. Y for 25%
of my estate, Stichting Het Wereld Natuur Fonds-Nederland for 25% of my estate,
and Stichting Oorlogsmuseum Medemblik for 25% of my estate.”
Given that a legacy takes precedence over an inheritance, it is also possible to combine the two by making a legacy
for specific goods and/or an amount, and subsequently including War Museum Medemblik in the
inheritance as well.
If you require assistance, more information, or an introductory meeting, you can always contact Sietske
Rustenburg or approach your own accountant or notary for further advice.
Contact
Personal advice:
Are you interested in making a donation? Would you like to know more about the possibilities? Please contact Sietske Rustenburg.
Email: sietske@oorlogsmuseummedemblik.nl
Phone number: 0613154777
Sietske is one of the two founders of War Museum Medemblik and is a volunteer relationship manager who would be pleased to discuss your wishes and ideas with you.
