You may want to consider supporting the Down Syndrome Federation through a gift in your will. The donations we receive through bequests help to make sure we can continue providing important services and supports.
Every person is different, and gifts can take many forms. They may be:
- the residue of the Estate
- a percentage of the Estate
- a specific amount of money
- a life insurance or superannuation policy
- assets such as shares, property, works of art or jewellery
- an investment in perpetuity.
If you are able to help the Down Syndrome Federation through a donation in your will, you may wish to consult your solicitor, trustee company or the Public Trustee regarding the wording.
Possible suggested wording is as follows:
For a set monetary gift
I give [your nominated Down syndrome association] the sum of $… for its general purposes, and the receipt of the Treasurer or current office of [your nominated Down syndrome association] will be sufficient discharge to my Executor/Trustee.
For a residuary bequest
I give [your nominated Down syndrome association] all (or stated fraction) the rest, residue and remainder of my estate, whether real or personal, for its general purposes. The receipts of the Treasurer or current office of [your nominated Down syndrome association] will be sufficient discharge to my Executor/Trustee.
Gifts in lieu – in memory
Family and friends can honour the life of a loved one by making a donation to one of the Down syndrome associations in their memory.
A donation in lieu of flowers at a funeral can be a very rewarding way to honour the memory of your family member. Contact your chosen Down syndrome association to make a donation. If you need more information or support to make arrangements for a donation please give us a ring on 1300 881 935.
