A joint and several will is a type of legal document in which a natural person or legal entity assigns part or all of their inheritance to an institution of the Church, a charitable cause, non-profit organization (such as the CARF Foundation), NGO or social aid institution.

Its objective is to contribute to an altruistic cause after his or her death. This type of solidarity will allows the testator to leave a legacy with social impact, ensuring that his or her assets are used to support initiatives that reflect his or her values and religious or ethical commitments.

Include the CARF Foundation in your will. is a special way to support the formation of diocesan priests and seminarians around the world, ensuring that they can continue their preparation to take the Gospel to all corners of the earth, helping to maintain the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross and the Ecclesiastical Faculties of the University of Navarra, as well as the seminaries and colleges where the seminarians and priests who benefit from your generosity reside. If you are considering this possibility, here we explain how to do it in five simple steps.

1) Reflect and inform yourself about institutions that make your solidarity will responsibly rendered.

Taking time to decide what to do with the goods accumulated throughout life is an act of responsibility and generosity.

Sharing this reflection with family members or people you trust will help you make the best decision. At the CARF Foundation we can advise you so that your will faithfully reflects your wishes and contributes to the universal mission of the Church.

Remember that a joint and several will does not affect the rights of your legitimate heirs, but allows a portion of your estate to go to a cause you believe in.

2) Go to the notary: what information should I bring with me to make my joint and several will?

The notary will make sure that your will be drawn up in accordance with the law and accurately reflect your wishes. To make the whole process simple, it is convenient to carry:

• Identity document (DNI, NIE or valid passport).
• List of assets you wish to include in your will.
• Clear decision on the beneficiaries, indicating the part of your estate that you want to leave to the CARF Foundation.
• Correct data of the CARF Foundation to avoid administrative errors. The identifying data necessary to include the CARF Foundation in the will or solidarity bequest are: CENTRO ACADÉMICO ROMANO FUNDACIÓN. CIF: G-79059218. Calle Conde de Peñalver, 45. Mezzanine, Office 1. 28006 Madrid.
• Specific instructions, if you want your bequest to have a specific use within the foundation's mission.

If you decide to include the CARF Foundation, the notary will ensure that everything is properly formalized and that your generosity translates into a real and sustained impact over the course of the year. time.

3) Keep a copy: how can I make sure that my will is accessible when needed?

Once the joint and several will has been signed, it is important that you keep a copy in a safe place and that you reports to someone of confidence about its existence and location.

You can also choose to digitalize the document, always remembering that the legally valid document will be the original signed before a notary.

4) Tell the CARF Foundation: why is it important to inform us?

Involve CARF Foundation of your decision allows we can guarantee the fulfillment of your will in the future. In addition, we can advise you on the best way to channel your charitable legacy and maximize its impact.

This communication helps us to better plan the use of resources, ensuring that your bequest or solidarity will is used effectively for the formation of diocesan priests and seminarians around the world.

5) Share your decision: who should know and why?

Telling your decision to someone you trust is key so that, when the time comes, it can be executed without difficulties. This makes it easier for your will to be carried out according to your wishes and for your generosity to translate into real opportunities for those who need it most. Talking to an executor or your family about your decision avoids confusion and helps ensure that your will is respected.

Thanks to your solidarity will, your commitment to the formation of seminarists y diocesan priests will live on, and your generosity will become a permanent legacy that will transcend time.

If you need more information or advice, we are at your disposal.