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Wills & Bequeststhe gift of a lifetime Using your Willto give a lastinggift throughWorld Vision
Thank you for asking how you can help the world’s poorest people by including World Vision in your Will.Each of us finds different ways to make our mark on the world. When you help people, you give a giftthat lasts longer than a lifetime, a gift that will always be remembered. Should you choose to do thisthrough World Vision, we will make sure your gift transforms the lives of many, many people.We understand this is a sensitive area to talk about.That’s why we’ve prepared this simple brochure to take you through the things you need to consider.For instance, you’ll find information on how you can extend your help to others and how to includeWorld Vision in your Will.If you have any questions, or would simply like to talk to someone about leaving a bequest to World Visionin your Will, please call us on 13 32 40. We have staff trained to help you.Thank you again for contacting us. We look forward to helping you in any way we can.Tim CostelloWorld Vision Australia Chief Executive
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You can be confident your gift will change lives.When you choose to give an important gift to change people’s lives, of course you want to be certainthat it will be effective. The following reasons are why you can be sure your gift to World Vision willmake a difference to those who need it. Established in 1966, World Vision Australia has been helping people in developing countries formore than 40 years. More than 80% of the money raised by World Vision directly supports our work overseas. We are accredited by the Australian Government and registered as a deductible gift recipient. Member of Australian Council for International Development, ensuring World Vision acts inaccordance with the code of conduct set for aid organisations. World Vision’s accounts are audited by PriceWaterhouseCoopers, and are available to you onrequest. Our annual report is available at worldvision.com.au More Australians trust their donations to World Vision than to any other organisation.
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A gift that lasts a lifetimeA gift in your Will won’t help just one generation of children. It will help many generations. Our programs givepeople the skills and tools to become self-sufficient. So their children and grandchildren all benefit from yoursupport. That’s something we can all celebrate. Below are examples of just some of the ways your gift will help.4 The gift of education In Kitgum, Uganda, generous gifts from World Vision supporters have helped build classrooms, desks,benches, latrines and water tanks as well as train 28 teachers. Hundreds of children will now be able toreceive an education. In time, they will pass this gift on to the next generation.4 Strong and healthy children One in six children in developing countries die from easily preventable diseases before their fifthbirthday. In Atsaphangthong, Laos, health centres have been built to provide medical care for morethan 8,000 people in 15 villages. Precious lives can now be saved and children can look forward to long,healthy lives.4 Life-saving clean water In Ahanta West, Ghana, bequests from World Vision supporters have helped to build a toilet block anda drinking and washing facility for 500 school children. Contaminated water and poor sanitation will nolonger cause the spread of deadly water-borne diseases.Including World Vision in your Will ensures you can change the future of a child and a community, bringinghope and joy for the future.
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How to include World Vision in your WillPlease word your Will as outlined below if you wish to include a contribution to World Vision. Simply selectthe most relevant section according to how you wish to include us. And again, thank you for your support.1. If you wish to leave a specific bequesta) Support of World Vision programs “I give the sum of dollars/or* % of my estate, free of all duties to World Vision ofAustralia, 1 Vision Drive, Burwood East, in the state of Victoria, for the general purpose of the saidorganisation and I DECLARE that the receipt of the World Vision authorised officer shall be sufficientdischarge to my trustees who shall not be obliged to see the application thereof.”b) To child sponsorship programs “I give the sum of dollars/or* % of my estate, free of all duties to World Vision ofAustralia, 1 Vision Drive, Burwood East, in the state of Victoria, to be applied to the World VisionAustralia child sponsorship program or the program which is the nearest equivalent thereof and IDECLARE that the receipt of the World Vision authorised officer shall be sufficient discharge to mytrustees who shall not be obliged to see the application thereof.”c) To benefit your sponsored child If you are a World Vision child sponsor and wish your bequest to continue providing a sponsorshipfor your child, please use the following: “I give the sum of dollars/or* % of my estate, free of all duties to World Vision ofAustralia, 1 Vision Drive, Burwood East, in the state of Victoria, to be applied in the first instance to* Choose either a dollar amount or a percentage.
the maintenance of my sponsorship of Full name of Child and ID No. until Full name of child attains the age of 18 years or ceases to be in the care of the said World Vision of Australia childsponsorship program (whichever comes first) and to apply any balance not used for the purposeof the aforesaid to the general purpose of the said organisation. I DECLARE that the receipt of theWorld Vision authorised officer shall be sufficient discharge to my trustees who shall not be obligedto see the application thereof.”2. If you wish to make a residuary bequesta) Where a specific bequest has also been made “I give the rest and residue of my estate to the said WorldVision of Australia, 1 Vision Drive, Burwood East, in thestate of Victoria, for its general purposes and I DECLAREthe receipt of the World Vision of Australia authorisedofficer shall be sufficient discharge to my trustees who shallnot be obliged to see the application thereof.”b) Where no specific bequest has been made “I give the rest and residue of my estate to World Visionof Australia, 1 Vision Drive, Burwood East, in the stateof Victoria, for its general purposes and I DECLARE thatthe receipt of the World Vision authorised officer shall besufficient discharge to my trustees who shall not be obligedto see the application thereof.”World Vision Wills & Bequests
Value of legal adviceWhen preparing a Will, it is advisable to seek qualified legal advice to ensure you achieve all youwish for your family and others through your Will. Your solicitor can advise you on tax matterssuch as trusts, guardians, asset valuation and power of attorney.FamilyIt is important that you consider your own family first. Even if you plan to leave a large amountof your estate to World Vision, it is important to include your family in your Will. In this way,you can prevent later personal and legal struggles should anyone contest your Will.Reply SlipPlease let us know if you decide to include World Vision in your Will. This will help us planproperly for the future, and enable us to thank you now, rather than your Executor later.Simply fill in your details, and return them in the envelope provided, or contact our CustomerService Centre on 13 32 40.Thank you.
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Dr/Mr/Mrs/Ms/MissPLEASE PRINTFirst nameSurnameAddressPostcodePhone: H ( ) W ( )DOB / / EmailAre you a regular contributor to WV’s work? Yes No I have included a gift to World Vision Australia in my Will Call me to discuss a possible gift to World Vision Please send me the World Vision News magazineI prefer: electronic newsletter or printed magazineMemorial BookIf you’re already a World Vision Supporter,please write your Supporter Number here.When you leave a gift in your Will to changelives through World Vision, we will inscribeyour name in the Memorial Book placed onpublic display at World Vision’s national officein Melbourne. It is one way we can thank andacknowledge you on behalf of the many livesyou will change. (Of course, you may remainanonymous if you wish).A10100 A449 R81Thank you! World Vision AustraliaGPO Box 9944Melbourne VIC 300113 32 40World Vision of Australia is a Christian organisation pursuing freedom,justice, peace and opportunity for everyone in the world. ABN 28 004 778 081worldvision.com.au" World Vision is committed to protecting your privacy. Any informationthat you provide to us is stored and used as permitted under applicableprivacy legislation and principles. You can view our full Privacy Statement atworldvision.com.au or by contacting us on 1300 303 440. Ref# 4960
o child sponsorship programsb) T "I give the sum of _ dollars/or* _ % of my estate, free of all duties to World Vision of Australia, 1 Vision Drive, Burwood East, in the state of Victoria, to be applied to the World Vision Australia child sponsorship program or the program which is the nearest equivalent thereof and I
