In your Will

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In your Will

A gift for a cancer-free future

We understand that leaving a gift to a charity in your Will is no small commitment, we are honoured that so many individuals choose ACRF to help fulfil their wishes.

Cancer continues to impact us all, but through a bequest in your will for cancer research, you can help change this reality. ACRF supports only the most innovative research projects, aiming to significantly advance cancer treatment. Leaving a legacy gift is more than a charitable act; it's shaping a future where cancer can be conquered.

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“Our benefactors' decision to leave a gift in their will to ACRF is a powerful statement. They are not just donating; they are changing the course of cancer research in Australia.”

- Janene Gontier, Development Manager, Planned Giving

Steps you can take for a life-saving gift

When you leave a gift to ACRF in your Will you are giving hope to the over 400 people who each day in Australia receive the devastating news of a cancer diagnosis. Here are some helpful steps to help guide you through the process of including a charity in your Will.

Consider

When writing your Will, prioritise your loved ones and consider the family, friends, or organisations you wish to honour. A gift to ACRF helps secure vital support for cancer research and leaves a meaningful legacy.

Select

Select the way in which you would like to leave your legacy. To find out more about the different types of gifts you can give, refer to the section entitled 'Your legacy, your way' above.

We suggest you share your intentions with the people close to you and let them know that cancer research is important to you. This can help to ensure your last wishes are honoured.

Give

If you choose to leave a gift to ACRF in your Will, we’d love to hear from you so we can showcase the progress you will support and thank you personally. We respect your privacy if you prefer to remain anonymous in this personal process.

Determine

Determine whether your wishes will require a simple Will using templates or an online platform such as Safewill, GatheredHere, and Willed or will require legal input.

Visit

Visit and discuss your plans with your solicitor who will ensure your wishes are recorded in a legally binding way and will be carried out the way you intend.

Shape your legacy, your way

Whole Estate

Whole Estate is when you choose to leave your entire estate to ACRF. Those without dependants are choosing this exceptionally generous option.

Residual gift

Residual gift where you leave a portion of your estate to ACRF. It’s commonly stated as a percentage of your estate residue, or the amount that remains after providing for your loved ones and expenses. This allows for growth in the value of your estate.

Percentage gift

Percentage gift is when you choose to leave a percentage of the overall value of your estate which again allows for growth in the value of your estate.

Pecuniary gift

Pecuniary gift is when you choose to leave a specific amount of money to ACRF. While these gifts are greatly appreciated, they do not allow for changes in circumstances or inflation.

A gift

A gift is where you specify an item such as real estate, shares or a particular item.

Will wording

To assist you in leaving a gift to ACRF, you can use the will wording supplied below.

“I give to Australian Cancer Research Foundation (ABN 27 076 461 360) of Suite 903, 50 Margaret Street, Sydney NSW 2000 for the purposes of funding world class cancer research, free from all taxes and duties, (here please specify your gift, e.g. the residue of my estate, XX% of the residue of my estate or the sum of $XXX). I direct that the receipt of any director or other proper officer for the time being of that Foundation will be a sufficient discharge to my Trustees.”

Frequently asked questions

ACRF bequest charter

When you entrust ACRF with a gift in your Will, we are committed to ensuring you are supporting the best and boldest cancer research in Australia.

We acknowledge your passion for supporting research to significantly improve the lives and outcomes of those diagnosed with cancer.

Take a look at our commitment to you.

Write an online Will

We’ve partnered with three leading online Will platforms, Safewill, GatheredHere, and Willed, to make it simple, secure, and affordable for you to create a Will and leave a lasting legacy. Each platform offers an easy-to-use service to ensure your wishes are clearly documented and legally binding. By including a gift to ACRF in your Will, you’ll help fund groundbreaking cancer research and bring us closer to a world without cancer.

Safewill

Safewill is Australia’s leading online Will-writing platform, offering a secure and easy-to-use service. Every Will is reviewed by an Australian solicitor to ensure your wishes are legally binding.

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GatheredHere

GatheredHere provides a free online Will service, allowing you to create a legally valid Will in under 10 minutes. Unlimited updates and support make it accessible and straightforward.

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Willed

Willed offers a simple platform to create legally valid Wills in less than 15 minutes. Additional services, like Powers of Attorney and prepaid funeral plans, make it an extensive planning tool.

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