Charitable Remainder Trusts

A charitable remainder trust is a good option for those holding assets that have experienced significant appreciation.


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The Benefits

  • Enjoy tax benefits during your lifetime – Depending on how the remainder trust is set up, donors are generally entitled to a donation receipt when the trust is created.

  • Support your loved ones and donate to CFTC – Remainder trusts allow you to provide an income to a spouse and/or other beneficiaries while supporting the future work of Canadian Feed The Children.

  • No capital gains tax – CFTC will not be charged any capital gains, while you as the donor are only responsible for the capital gain attributable to the remainder interest.

How it works

  • 1 Charitable remainder trusts can be established with cash, securities or real estate.
  • 2The donor (the trustee) receives the income generated by the assets in the trust, while the capital remains intact.
  • 3Upon the trustee’s passing, the assets from the trust are donated to Canadian Feed The Children. Alternatively, the trust can be set up to continue to provide for a surviving spouse. In this case, assets are donated only after the death of both trustees.
 

Free Guide to Charitable Remainder Trusts

A guide to setting up charitable remainder trusts including their benefits.

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Importance of Professional Advice

We strongly recommend you consult your own lawyer or other professional advisor about the applicability to your situation.