Become a hero of hope
Leaving a gift in your will to the Children’s Tumour Foundation (CTF) is a meaningful way to make a lasting impact on the lives of so many.
Every bequest received by CTF allows us a considerable degree of flexibility and security in planning for the future so we can continue to support those living with Neurofibromatosis (NF).
By including a gift in your Will to CTF, you are joining a family of honoured supporters that we call our Heroes of Hope. Our Heroes of Hope share a common bond: they want a life without limitations for everyone living with Neurofibromatosis.
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How to leave a gift in your will
Making a Will or updating your existing Will to include a gift to the Children's Tumour Foundation is not complicated. We recommend you seek legal advice to talk through how you would like your estate to be distributed to make sure that the people and causes you care about are taken care of in the way that you wish.
Types of gifts in Wills
There are many ways that you can leave a gift in your Will:
Residuary The remainder of your estate after gifts to your loved ones and expenses have been disbursed.
Percentage A percentage of either the residue or of the entire estate.
Pecuniary A gift of a specific set amount.
Specific Leave a specified cash amount, property, stocks, shares or other items of value.
A residuary gift is the most powerful way to make a difference to those impacted by Neurofibromatosis
Wording for your will
If you have decided to leave a gift in Will to CTF, thank you! We suggest that you provide your solicitor or the Public Trustee with the following wording:
“I give and bequeath to the Children’s Tumour Foundation of Australia, PO Box 454, FIVE DOCK NSW 2046, ABN: 26 1488 155 34: (a percentage), or (a specific sum or piece of property), or (my whole estate), or (the residue of my estate) to be used for its [general purposes] or [a specific program] and I further direct that the said bequest shall be paid free of all taxes and duties and for which the receipt of the Treasurer or other officer shall be sufficient discharge to my Executor.”
If you have left a gift in your Will to CTF, please do let us and your family know. Telling us about your decision to leave a gift in your Will to CTF allows us to enrol you in our Heroes of Hope legacy program and helps us to keep you informed about our work.
This does not alter your right to change or update your wishes if circumstances change, but it does help us to recognise your support, plan for the future, and ensure that your wishes are carried out.
If you have any questions or you would like to discuss your decision to leave a gift in your Will to the Children's Tumour Foundation of Australia, please contact us on 02 9713 6111 or info@ctf.org.au.