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Plan a Gift in your Will

Leave a legacy in your will that will have a lasting impact on the lives of families with ill and injured children in NSW

Your legacy ensures families are together, and their wellbeing is supported during the toughest of times.

When a child suddenly becomes ill or injured, many families find themselves needing to access medical care hundreds of kilometres from home and the support of loved ones.

Your gift will provide essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families and promote healing when children need healthcare in regional NSW – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, through Ronald McDonald House Central West NSW.

 

How you can make a difference

Including a gift for Ronald McDonald House Central West NSW in your Will, no matter the size, will make a genuine impact. Your legacy will help keep families together during the most difficult times in their lives, and you can decide how to contribute:

Residual Gift

A residual gift can be the whole or percentage of your remaining estate (residue), after all provisions have been met for your loved ones and all expenses and debts have been paid.

The value of a residual gift will rise with inflation. As this kind of gift doesn’t decrease with inflation, it is one of the most efficient ways to support Ronald McDonald House Central West NSW.

Percentage Gift

A percentage gift leaves a portion of (a percentage) of your whole estate, so you can divide your estate between a number of loved ones or charitable organisations.

The value of a percentage gift will rise with inflation, so it will be worth as much to us tomorrow as it is today.  As this kind of gift doesn’t decrease with inflation, it is one of the most efficient ways to support Ronald McDonald House Central West NSW

Specific Financial Gift

A specific financial gift, or pecuniary gift, is a specific dollar value  set at the time you make your Will to be given to a loved one, charity or organisation. This type of gift is explicitly defined with an exact monetary value (e.g. $10,000) and is distinct from asset gifts (specific items) and the remainder of the estate.

The value of pecuniary gift will decrease over time, as inflation and the cost of living increases.

Asset Gift

Assets owned by you personally are estate assets. This means that you can specify in your Will to whom the assets should be gifted. 

Assets can include real estate, shares, bonds and other assets like jewellery or artwork.

We are here to help

No matter how you choose to give, your gift will ensure families with ill or injured children have access to essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families and promote healing when children need healthcare.

Many people have questions when considering to leave a gift. Our team members often meet with people who are considering, or have included, a gift in their Will.

We encourage you to seek legal advice before commencing, to ensure your Will is legally correct and your wishes will be followed accurately.

If you are considering leaving a gift to Ronald McDonald House Central West, we urge you to complete our Gift in Will Enquiry Form.

We can support you, and your solicitor, in creating a gift that Ronald McDonald House Central West can use to support regional families in NSW with ill or injured children in the way you intend.

If you’ve made the decision to include Ronald McDonald House Central West in your Will, we encourage you to let us know. We want to make sure we have a full understanding of your wishes, so when the time comes to activate your gift, we will have all the information we need to ensure your gift is used to its full potential.

 

How you can get started

You can use a solicitor to help prepare or update your will. Your solicitor will work with you to ensure the causes and people you love benefit from your Will as you wish. A current, valid Will is a gift to your loved ones as it makes your wishes clear and will help minimise the risk of disputes about your intentions.

We are currently working on setting up a ‘Gathered Here’ free Gift in Will service. Please use the enquiry form to register your interest.

Your decision to leave a gift to Ronald McDonald House Central West NSW is very personal, and we encourage you to discuss your Will and wish to support our organisation with your family.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your gift, your decision, your timeline, and your privacy matters. Your decision to leave a gift to Ronald McDonald House Central West NSW is very personal, and we encourage you to discuss your Will and wish to support our organisation with your family.

The following FAQs may be of use to you in your decision-making.

What will my gift to Ronald McDonald House Central West NSW be used for?

Your gift will help keep families together and ensure their wellbeing is supported during the most difficult times in their lives.

Your gift will allow us to provide support for families who have ill and injured children receiving treatment at Dubbo and Orange Hospitals. 

Will my gift stay in the Central West NSW?

Yes, while Ronald McDonald House Central West is part of a national and global network, we are an independent organisation. All gifts will remain in our Chapter and be used to support families with ill or injured children in Central West NSW.

Should I tell Ronald McDonald House Central West if I leave a gift in my will?

You are not obligated to inform us of your decision, but we encourage you to do so. We want to make sure we have a full understanding of your wishes, so when the time comes to activate your gift, we will have all the information er need to see your gift used to its full potential.

Preferred wording for your Will

We prefer the following gifting clause. Please note these are general suggestions only and are not legal or tax advice. We recommend you seek independent legal and tax advise that will fit your personal circumstances.

  1. I give to Canobolas Cottage Inc ABN 33 587 284 776 : a) [the sum of $amount] / [my whole estate] / [the residue of my estate] / [percentage% of the residue of my estate] to be used for its general purposes.
  2. If Canobolas Cottage Inc ceases to exist or amalgamates with another organisation, my executor shall give the gift Canobolas Cottage Inc would have otherwise taken to the organisation which my executor considers most nearly fulfils the objects that I intend to benefit.
  3. The receipt of the treasurer, secretary or public officer of the beneficiary under paragraph 1 or 2 above, will be sufficient to discharge my Executor

Acknowledgement of Country

At Ronald McDonald House Central West we respect and acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land, skies and waterways on which we gather today. We pay our respects to their Elders, past and present.
We celebrate the resilience and strength of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people, the next generation of storytellers, Custodians and leaders. We are honoured to support and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples including families with ill or injured children, so together, we can create a brighter, healthier future for every child.

Make a Difference for Families & Children

Parents don’t know when their children will need medical help. But they should know they can always access the care they need. And with your help, we can support them all throughout their journey.

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