Making the decision to include a gift to Meals on Wheels NSW in your Will enables you to support our Service in the future.
Every gift helps, no matter how small or large.
You will make a difference.
It will change lives. Your gift will pay a crucial role in ensuring Meals on Wheels NSW can continue to support financially disadvantaged clients who cannot afford to pay for the costs associated with their meals.
It will educate. Your gift will ensure we are able to provide network support services to local Meals on Wheels Services around the State by way of training on things such as food safety, volunteer training and wellness and reablement.
It creates a legacy. Leaving a gift in your Will is a wonderful way you can impact the lives of future Meals on Wheels recipients and make a real difference to the Ageing population.
It’s easy. We have included details on suggested wording for you to use if you wish to leave a gift in your Will. You may also wish to obtain advice or assistance from a legal advisor.
By including a gift to Meals on Wheels NSW in your Will, you can make a huge impact on the lives of older Australians, enabling them to stay in their own homes, where they are often happiest, for as long as possible. Leaving a Bequest or Gift in your Will, will help us continue the great work we do around NSW, support financially disadvantaged Meals on Wheels recipients, and also continue to innovate to be able to implement programs which will benefit the ageing population.
How to leave a gift in your Will
- We're here to help! If you have any questions you may have about leaving a Gift in your Will. Contact us using the form below.
- Discuss your decision – let your family know of your intention to donate and the reasons for choosing to support Meals on Wheels NSW. You may also wish to consult a legal advisor.
- Let us know – once you have completed your Will, please let us know at Meals on Wheels NSW, so we can keep you updated with the wonderful work that is happening behind the scenes and we can thank you for choosing to support us.
Types of gifts in Wills
Residual Legacy – this is a portion of your estate, or the balance remaining after loved ones and expenses are provided for.
Pecuniary Legacy – this is a specific value you nominate to leave to us.
Specific Items of Value – this is an item of value you would like to give to us eg. property, shares, or artwork.
If you are considering leaving a Gift in your Will, take a look at the suggestions on Wording your bequest.
Safewill
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If you would like to learn more about how to Leave a Gift in your Will, please contact us on 1300 679 669 or alternatively complete the contact us form below and we will be in contact with you to answer your questions.