Will I receive training or an orientation before volunteering at an event?

Yes, the Volunteer Engagement Team will provide any necessary training and/or an orientation leading up to your volunteer date.

How do I know if the person calling me is from SickKids? Is there someone I can contact?

You can contact our donor service team at 1-800-661-1083 or donor.inquiries@sickkidsfoundation.com. Or you can reach Elizabeth Goddard at elizabeth.goddard@sickkidsfoundation.com 416-200-1748

How can including SickKids in my estate planning benefit my family and my estate?

Through careful planning, it is possible to eliminate taxes owed by your estate. Instead of paying taxes, you can choose to make a significant gift to help SickKids, without compromising your family's financial security.

Should you have questions or require more information, please contact: 

Leadership & Legacy Giving Team

Email: legacy.giving@sickkidsfoundation.com

Phone: 416-813-8271 or 1-800-661-1083 ext. 8271 

Or complete our online request form.  

How can including SickKids in my estate planning benefit my family and my estate?

Through careful planning, it is possible to eliminate taxes owed by your estate. Instead of paying taxes, you can choose to make a significant gift to help SickKids, without compromising your family's financial security.

Should you have questions or require more information, please contact: 

Leadership & Legacy Giving Team:

Email: legacy.giving@sickkidsfoundation.com

Phone: 416-813-8271 or 1-800-661-1083 ext. 8271 

Or complete our online request form.  

How do I include a gift in my will?

1. Speak to your lawyer about drafting or revising your will, an essential step to protect your family’s future and ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes.

2. Add the appropriate wording in your will to leave a gift to SickKids, with which our team can help you.

3. Let us know about your bequest, so we can show our appreciation and ensure your intentions are properly understood and honoured.

How should I word my bequest?

Specific wording depends on the type of gift and its designation, but here are some examples:

Residual Bequest

“My estate trustees shall pay ______(all or %) of the residue of my estate to The Hospital for Sick Children Foundation, Toronto, ON, for the purpose of supporting its highest priority needs.”

Legacy Bequest

“My estate trustees shall pay the sum of $ ______ (or transfer assets with an equal value) to The Hospital for Sick Children Foundation, Toronto, ON, for the purpose of supporting its highest priority needs."

Is there specific wording I should use to make a gift in my will?

Specific wording depends on the type of gift, and its designation, but here are some examples: 

RESIDUAL BEQUEST “My estate trustees shall pay (all or %) of the residue of my estate to The Hospital for Sick Children Foundation, Toronto, ON, for the purpose of supporting its highest priority needs.” 

SPECIFIC AMOUNT “My estate trustees shall pay the sum of $ (or transfer assets with an equal value) to The Hospital for Sick Children Foundation, Toronto, ON, for the purpose of supporting its highest priority needs.” 

It is important that you use our legal name when making a gift in your will. Our legal name is “The Hospital for Sick Children Foundation”. The Foundation is responsible for raising money and performing estate administration on behalf of the Hospital. 

If you’d like your gift to be designated for a specific purpose (e.g. the Labatt Family Heart Centre), contact our team so we can help with the wording to ensure that your gift goes where you want it to go.