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Endowment Contract
"I need an Endowment Contract for a university medical research fund starting March 2025, with ESG investment restrictions and a 4% annual distribution rate, requiring quarterly reporting to the board of trustees."
1. Parties: Identifies and provides details of all parties to the contract, including the donor(s), trustee(s), and any institutional recipients
2. Background: Outlines the context and purpose of the endowment, including the donor's intentions and general objectives
3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the contract for clarity and legal certainty
4. Endowment Structure: Specifies the type of endowment, initial funding, and basic structural elements
5. Investment Guidelines: Establishes core investment policies, objectives, and permitted investment categories
6. Distribution Policy: Details the rules and procedures for distributing endowment funds, including spending rate calculations
7. Management and Administration: Outlines responsibilities for managing the endowment, including trustee duties and administrative procedures
8. Reporting Requirements: Specifies required financial reports, frequency of reporting, and accountability measures
9. Amendment Provisions: States conditions and procedures for modifying the endowment contract
10. Term and Termination: Specifies the duration of the endowment and conditions for termination
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Identifies the applicable law and jurisdiction for dispute resolution
1. Charitable Purpose Provisions: Required for charitable endowments, specifying charitable objectives and compliance with 501(c)(3) requirements
2. Investment Restrictions: Additional investment limitations or requirements beyond basic guidelines, used when specific restrictions are needed
3. Donor Recognition: Specifications for acknowledging and recognizing donors, used in institutional or public endowments
4. Emergency Provisions: Procedures for accessing principal in extraordinary circumstances, used when flexibility might be needed
5. Successor Provisions: Detailed procedures for appointing successor trustees or administrators, used in long-term endowments
6. Multiple Donor Provisions: Required when multiple donors contribute to the endowment, specifying rights and relationships
7. Tax Provisions: Detailed tax considerations and requirements, particularly important for complex tax situations
8. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Criteria: Specific ESG investment requirements, used when sustainable investing is a priority
1. Schedule A - Initial Endowment Assets: Detailed listing of initial assets contributed to the endowment
2. Schedule B - Investment Policy Statement: Comprehensive investment guidelines, including asset allocation targets and rebalancing procedures
3. Schedule C - Distribution Calculation Methodology: Detailed mathematical formulas and procedures for calculating distributions
4. Schedule D - Fee Schedule: Breakdown of management fees, administrative costs, and other expenses
5. Schedule E - Authorized Signatories: List of individuals authorized to make decisions or sign documents
6. Appendix 1 - Reporting Templates: Standard formats for required financial and administrative reports
7. Appendix 2 - Compliance Checklist: Checklist for ensuring ongoing compliance with contract terms and applicable regulations
8. Appendix 3 - Operating Procedures: Detailed procedures for day-to-day administration and management
Authors
Annual Distribution
Applicable Law
Asset Allocation
Authorized Representative
Beneficiary
Board
Business Day
Charitable Purpose
Commencement Date
Compliance Requirements
Constituent Documents
Contributing Donor
Distribution Policy
Distribution Rate
Effective Date
Endowed Assets
Endowment Fund
Endowment Principal
ESG Criteria
Fiscal Year
Force Majeure Event
Governing Body
Grant Purpose
Initial Contribution
Investment Committee
Investment Guidelines
Investment Manager
Investment Policy Statement
Material Adverse Change
Net Asset Value
Operating Account
Permitted Investments
Principal Balance
Prohibited Transaction
Prudent Investor Standard
Qualified Expense
Recipient Institution
Restricted Funds
Risk Management Policy
Spending Policy
Term of Agreement
Total Return
Transfer Date
Trustee
UPMIFA
Valuation Date
Purpose and Objectives
Contributions
Investment Management
Distribution Policy
Asset Allocation
Governance Structure
Trustee Powers and Duties
Risk Management
Compliance
Reporting Requirements
Confidentiality
Conflict of Interest
Amendment
Termination
Force Majeure
Assignment
Indemnification
Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
Severability
Notices
Entire Agreement
Representations and Warranties
Tax Provisions
Successor Provisions
Emergency Powers
Donor Recognition
Spending Limitations
Administrative Expenses
Financial Services
Education
Healthcare
Non-profit
Charitable Organizations
Religious Institutions
Cultural Organizations
Foundation Management
Wealth Management
Trust Services
Legal
Finance
Compliance
Investment
Development
Treasury
Risk Management
Trust Administration
Wealth Management
Philanthropic Services
Chief Financial Officer
Trust Administrator
Endowment Manager
Investment Director
Legal Counsel
Financial Controller
Development Director
Estate Planning Attorney
Philanthropic Advisor
Foundation Executive
Board Treasurer
Compliance Officer
Investment Committee Member
Grant Manager
Portfolio Manager
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Endowment Contract
A U.S.-governed agreement establishing and regulating an endowment fund, including terms for creation, management, and distribution of endowed assets.
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