Legacy Giving

Estate Planning is the single most significant act of stewardship we will ever undertake.
Advisors with Purpose (AwP), a national, Christian, non-profit organization offers you the services of professional estate advisors.

Upcoming Webinar

On March 26 at 7:00 PM ET, join Mary Lynn Huizinga for a webinar on legacy giving titled: Thoughful Planning for Life, Legacy and Loved Ones.

SIM partners with Advisors with Purpose to provide complimentary webinars on legacy planning to all its donors and employees. During each year, twelve webinars help you understand better how you can use a will to plan for your loved ones. SIM also covers complimentary one on one consultations with Christian financial advisors. Advisors with Purpose operate independently and receive no compensation tied to charitable designations. You have no obligation to include any charity and SIM receives no information about your consultation or its outcome. To learn more, contact Advisors with Purpose at plan@advisorswithpurpose.ca.

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How do I contact AWP?

■ You can contact Advisors with Purpose directly by phone (1-866-336-3315) or email (plan@advisorswithpurpose.ca) or via the link on our website to book an appointment with an Estate Specialist.

■ AWP will send you a link or a form to complete with general information about your assets, family, and heirs. No account information, or passwords will ever be requested.

■ The Estate Specialist meets with you by phone or zoom, reviews your information, asks key questions, and helps you consider some options.

■ A personalized plan is prepared for you and is sent to you online or by mail.

Will AWP write my will?
No. They will not write your Will, but the estate plan you receive from your estate specialist will give you the information you need when meeting with your lawyer or using an online platform to complete your Will.
If I contact AWP, do I have to go with a full plan?
Although many people do require a full plan, sometimes information, guidance, and reassurance of what has already been done is what is required. They meet with you to discuss your specific needs and tailor their services to you.
Does AWP work with people anywhere in Canada?
Yes, they can work with anyone across Canada. All meetings are done by phone or zoom.
Will the charity get a copy of this plan?
No – this is a confidential process and Advisors with Purpose will never share personal information with anyone.
What if I am not as familiar with financial terms?
The process is more about helping you create a meaningful legacy through your Will. Their specialists will listen to your heart and values and help you better understand your options. At the end of this process you will receive a full, personalized estate plan online or by mail that will clearly outline and explain your next steps.
Is this only for the wealthy?
Most of us are unaware of the tax implications of our RRSP’s, life insurance, vacation homes, and other assets. Estate Planning is for everyone and isn’t just about assets, but also includes things like the selection of your executor, guardianship of children, power of attorney, talking to your family, and making sure you have everything in order.
Is there a cost to connect with AWP?
No – this service is free to you as one of our supporters. You can call them for general advice and answers, but the real power is in helping you walk through a complete estate plan.
Who is Advisors with Purpose?
Advisors with Purpose is part of the family of ministries of Financial Discipleship Canada. They are committed to serving donors and charities by working in partnership to provide specialists who can help people through a strategic estate planning process.

Ready to move forward on your will?
Book your free, confidential appointment with Advisors with Purpose today.

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Upcoming Webinars

April 29, 7:00pm ET
Planting Roots and Planning Ahead: Estate Essentials for New
Canadians - Abraham Somavarapha

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May 27, 8:00pm ET
Legacy in Motion: Living Generously with a Future in Mind - Lorne
Jackson and Mary Lynn Huizinga

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June 16, 8:00pm ET
Planning Through Complexity: Estate Planning for Families in
Challenging Situations - Mary Lynn Huizinga

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Giving a new purpose to your money

Craig and Lisa, a couple in their forties with no children, had never given much thought to writing a will. They assumed everything would simply pass to the other and left it at that. But when one of their favourite charities invited them to consider how their growing assets could have purpose now and in the future, they decided to explore it further.

Talking with an estate planner, they were surprised to learn that without a will, a significant portion of their estate would be lost to taxes. That conversation changed everything. Craig and Lisa created a plan that reduced their tax burden and directed meaningful gifts to the charities they love—giving new purpose to the resources God had entrusted to them.

There are no obligations, and no one will sell you anything—just wise guidance to help you plan well.