The North Carolina Provision in Testamentary Trust with Bequest to Charity for a Stated Charitable Purpose is a legal document that allows individuals to leave a portion of their estate to a charitable organization or cause. This provision ensures that the designated charity receives the specified funds or assets from the trust, fulfilling the wishes of the testator. In North Carolina, there are several types of provisions in a testamentary trust with a bequest to charity for a stated charitable purpose. These include: 1. Charitable Remainder Trust: This provision allows the donor to transfer assets into a trust, with the charity receiving income from the trust for a specified period. After the designated period, the remaining assets in the trust are distributed to other beneficiaries. 2. Charitable Lead Trust: In this provision, the charity receives income from the trust for a certain period first, and only after that period, the remaining assets are distributed to other beneficiaries. 3. Charitable Gift Annuity: This provision enables the donor to transfer assets to a charity in exchange for a fixed income for life or a specified period. After the donor's death, the remaining assets are retained by the charity. 4. Designated Charitable Trust: With this provision, the donor directs a specific amount or a percentage of their estate to be transferred to a designated charitable organization or cause. 5. Pooled Income Fund: In this provision, the donor's assets are merged with assets from other donors into a professionally managed investment fund. The donor receives income for life, and after their death, the remaining assets are distributed to the designated charitable organizations. It is important to draft these provisions carefully and in compliance with North Carolina state laws to ensure the trust is valid and fulfills the charitable intent of the testator. Consulting with an attorney who specializes in estate planning and trusts is highly recommended ensuring the provision aligns with the donor's goals and adheres to legal requirements.