Bequests and gifts in Wills
Include a bequest or gift in your Will
When you leave behind a bequest to Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI), you're leaving behind a the gift of a healthier future for children.
Your generosity will go on to fund critical research and discovery, helping us to improve the lives of children and their families for generations to come.
When you leave behind a bequest to Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI), you're leaving behind a the gift of a healthier future for children.
Your generosity will go on to fund critical research and discovery, helping us to improve the lives...
When you leave behind a bequest to Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI), you're leaving behind a the gift of a healthier future for children.
Your generosity will go on to fund critical research and discovery, helping us to improve the lives of children and their families for generations to come.
What is a bequest?
A bequest is a donation that you pass on to a charity you care about through your Will. A bequest is also referred to as a gift in your Will.
Why bequests matter
Bequests help fund the research and discoveries that take place every day at MCRI. Breakthroughs are the result of years, if not decades, of hard work by our team and donations like these grant us the time and resources we need to get there.
Bequests have helped us achieve breakthroughs like a life-changing treatment for children with peanut allergies and the development of a life-saving rotavirus vaccine for newborn babies in developing countries.
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We have partnered with Safewill to give you the opportunity to write your Will online. It’s a simple, easy and affordable process, with every Will reviewed by a solicitor and able to be completed in less than 20 minutes.
Download our free Will-making guide
Thank you for considering this very special gift. To take the next step in leaving a bequest to MCRI you can download our free Will-making guide.
If you have any questions or would like to have a confidential discussion about leaving a gift in your Will please contact us below.
Types of bequests
Leaving a gift as part of your estate planning is a meaningful way to make a lasting impact after your passing. It gives you the opportunity to make a difference in a way that you may not have previously been able to.
We are extremely grateful for every bequest left to us – even a small percentage of your estate can have a profound impact. Understanding the different types of gifts you can leave can help you decide which option is right for you.
Residuary bequest
A residuary bequest is when you choose to leave a percentage of what remains in your estate after you ensure your loved ones and any other financial commitments have been taken care of.
Pecuniary bequest
A pecuniary bequest is a fixed or set amount of money from your estate.
Specific gift
A specific gift is when you leave a specific item from your estate, such as a residential property, commercial real estate, shares, artwork or even jewellery.
Whole estate
Whole estate refers to when you gift your entire estate. This is an exceptionally generous type of bequest and is typically left by those wanting to achieve something especially significant with their contribution.
Our commitment to you
Choosing to leave a gift in your Will is a decision that takes time and thought, and we are extremely grateful to you for considering this generosity. That’s why when you do decide to include us in your final wishes, we take the utmost care to treat your gift with the respect and commitment that you deserve.
- We know that deciding to leave a bequest is a deeply personal choice and respect your right to change your mind at any time.
- We understand that your loved ones and family will always come first.
- We will be honest and open in our communication with you, respecting how and when you would like us to be in touch.
- We will follow through on your wishes with the utmost care and consideration, always ensuring that we fully respect the terms you set.
- If you do not specify an area for your gift, it will be used where it is most effective and able to have the greatest impact.
- We would love to express our gratitude if you choose to inform us about your bequest. However, we will respect your privacy and completely understand if you prefer to keep this information confidential.
Get in touch with us
If you would like to learn more or have a confidential discussion about leaving a bequest to MCRI, please reach out to Nelita de Vos from our Engagement and Philanthropy Team.
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Ready to leave a gift in your Will for MCRI?
By leaving a gift in your Will to MCRI, you will make a difference in the lives of future generations of children and their families by helping us continue our life-changing research.
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Meet our generous supporters
Thanks to the generous contributions of our supporters, we are able to improve the lives of millions of children every year, both in Australia and around the world.
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Donations to MCRI help us accelerate the breakthroughs that will give all children the opportunity to live healthy and fulfilled lives.