What is the difference between a bequest and an endowment?
A bequest is a legacy gift, distributed from the donor’s estate after the end of his or her life. If not designated, it can be spent in the year that it is captured. An endowment is a permanent fund that is held in perpetuity, distributing a specified percentage annually to the designated purpose. For example, a Lion of Judah Endowment (LOJE) and Perpetual Annual Campaign Endowment (PACE) are funds that are held by the federation/foundation and distributed each year to the Annual Campaign. An endowment can be established by bequest or during the donor’s life.
