A gift in your Will is a deeply personal decision. For many people, it's an opportunity to reflect on their values and the causes that have mattered to them throughout their life. It’s a way of ensuring that the things they care about most can continue into the future.
The power of a gift in your Will
When you leave a gift in your Will, you help future generations of children grow up safe, supported and full of hope.
A Will allows you to protect your family and loved ones and to make a difference to the lives of others, long after you are gone. That's why everyone should have an up-to-date Will.
If you pass away without making a Will, and don't leave any eligible relatives, the government may receive the proceeds of your estate. So it's important that your Will clearly states how you want your estate distributed.
Our kids are both capable adults and they know that the bequest that is available after I die is not going to go exclusively to them. And they are totally in support of that. So that was the most important thing. And then it's a question of matching an organisation who's got a long history, a good future and an ongoing need that's always going to be with us in our community.
A gift in your Will to MacKillop Family Services is invested immediately and lives on in perpetuity, with the income it generates funding our work. You can be assured that your generosity and compassion will continue to foster hope and promote justice for future generations of vulnerable children, young people and families.
To maximise the impact of your gift, leaving the residue or a percentage of your estate means your gift will retain its value over time, regardless of inflation, while still allowing you to put the needs of your family first.
Types of gifts you can leave
When you leave a gift in your Will, you can choose the type that suits you best:
- A specific amount of money
- A percentage of your estate
- A particular asset, such as property or shares
- The remainder of your estate after your loved ones have been looked after
Bequests can be any size, large or small, and all are very welcome.
How to leave a gift in your Will
We suggest that you consider your family and loved ones first and discuss your intentions with them to ensure that your wishes will be honoured.
Leaving a gift in your Will is simple. All you need to do is provide your solicitor our registered name, MacKillop Family Services and our ABN 79 078 299 288.
