A gift in your Will

You can make a lasting impact to the lives of sick kids, women and their families. By leaving a gift in your Will you support vulnerable babies and kids in fighting battles no one should have to face.

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The Golden Hearts Bequest Society

The Golden Hearts Bequest Society is a way we can recognise and thank our most kind-hearted and generous donors – those who have decided to remember us in their will with a gift.

When you remember the WCH Foundation with a gift in your Will, you are eligible to become a member of our Golden Hearts Bequest Society.

And when you notify us of your special commitment, you will be invited to become a Golden Heart.
As a Golden Heart, you will receive personal updates and news from the WCH Foundation, as well as invitations to hospital tours and special events with guest speakers.

We also present you with a certificate of appreciation and a gold lapel pin in recognition of your support.

You can be assured that you will be remembered for remembering us, and every child, every mother and every family who pass through the doors of our Hospital will be inspired by your generosity.

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A gift that changes lives

Your legacy can fund essential programs like the Laklinyeri Beach House, provide emergency support for families, reduce stress through Arts in Health, and advance vital medical research. Your commitment today ensures a brighter future for countless children and families in South Australia and beyond. For sick kids time is precious and your heartfelt gift lasts an eternity.

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Types of gifts

Residual

The remainder of your estate after you have considered your loved ones and expenses are deducted.

Percentage

A percentage of the residue or a specific percentage, for example, 15% of your estate.

Pecuniary

A specific amount, for example $10,000.

Assets

Property or shares.

Inspired donors that have left us a gift in their will

Nan Witcomb

The sweeter things in life

Marjory Norman Edwards OAM

Shirley Heading

Meet the gift in your Will team

Our team is here to help you leave a lasting legacy, ensuring your gift provides beyond ordinary care for future generations.

Let us know your wishes

Supporters who leave a gift in their Will to the WCH Foundation can give our most vulnerable babies, children and families the very best start in life. Let us know if you will consider leaving a gift or would like to learn more – all information will be confidential and without obligation.

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- I have already included the WCH Foundation in my Will
- I am planning to include the WCH Foundation in my Will
- I am thinking about including the WCH Foundation in my Will
- I would like to learn more about leaving this type of gift.
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FAQs

You will be helping to support the purchase of state-of-the-art medical equipment, deliver our Laklinyeri Beach House Program, provide immediate emergency support to families in need, reduce distress and anxiety of patients through our extensive Arts in Health Program and invest in vital medical research.

We recommend working with a solicitor to write you will. If you have a simple will, you can use an online service such as Gathered Here.

How to write you will and the importance of having a will.

Important Information for your Solicitor to include when naming us in your Will

Our organisation details

Name: Women’s & Children’s Hospital Foundation Incorporated
ABN: 99 682 331 968
Registered address: 55 King William Road, North Adelaide, SA 5006

Suggested wording for your Will

“I, (your name), give to the Women’s & Children’s Hospital Foundation Incorporated (ABN 99 682 331 968)
the rest and residue of my estate; or _____ per cent of my Estate; or _____ per cent of the residue of my Estate; or the sum of $_______

Free of all duties and testamentary expenses for its general purposes and I direct that the receipt of the Chief Executive Officer or other proper officer of that organisation shall be sufficient discharge to my executor who shall not be bound to see the application of my gift.”

Download our fact sheet with important details for your solicitor when preparing your Will.

Download our fact sheet

When you notify us that you have included the WCH Foundation in your Will, we are delighted to welcome you as a member of our Golden Hearts Bequest Society. Members receive updates and news, as well as invitations to special events and keynote presentations.

A gift in your Will

The Golden Hearts Bequest Society

A gift that changes lives