The impact your gift will make

A gift in your Will can help children long into the future. It doesn’t have to be a large sum of money to make a difference and, of course, we know looking after your loved ones and your family comes first. But, by finding a place to remember Save the Children in your Will, you can help transform the lives of future generations born into poor communities around the world – including right here in Australia. 

 

Your memory will live on and the world will be a better place for children because of it:

• Children’s lives will be saved because they will have access to clean water, nutritious food and healthcare.

• When their safety is threatened, and they are at risk of exploitation or abuse, children will be protected from harm. 

• Children will get the education they deserve, so they can reach their potential and build themselves a brighter future. 

• In emergencies, children will be protected and given support to rebuild their lives and recover from their traumatic experiences.

No matter where you are in life, choosing to leave a bequest to a charity like Save the Children can be one of the most fulfilling decisions of your life.

Find out more in our Gifts in Wills guide

Including Save the Children in your Will is simple, and the process is the same as providing for your loved ones. Download or request a copy of our guide that provides further information about the impact of your gift and addresses our most frequently asked questions.

Wording for your Will

Below is our suggested wording for the different ways you can include Save the Children in your Will. Your solicitor or other qualified professional can help you make the choice that’s best for you. 

I give  ___________________ (insert from list below) to Save the Children Australia, 33 Lincoln Square South, Carlton VIC 3053 ABN 99 008 610 035 to be used for its general purposes. The official receipt of the organisation shall be a full and sufficient discharge to my executors.

1. the whole (or %) of my estate
2. the whole (or %) of the residue of my estate
3. the sum of $ (insert the value of your gift in cash)
4. my (insert name of asset)

Once you have decided which type of gift to include, please be sure to include our correct legal name and Australian Business Number (Save the Children Australia, ABN: 99 008 610 035)

If you are preparing your own Will, Save the Children is a member of Charity Wills – a free online Will service.

To use this service, please visit www.charitywills.net.au/sca

Administration of an estate 

If you are administering an estate which includes a gift to Save the Children, we would appreciate you notifying our Gifts in Wills Manager as early as possible. We will also require the following:

• The full name and last address of the deceased
• The date of death
• A copy of the final Will

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we have reduced access to our post so please send correspondence electronically to our Gifts in Wills Manager at martin.williams@savethechildren.org.au. We apologise for the inconvenience.

When a gift from an estate is available for distribution, please contact our Gifts in Wills Manager to obtain our bank account details for electronic transfer.