Leaving a gift to the Kirby Institute in your Will as a legacy for future generations is a very personal decision to make.
There are many reasons why people choose to leave a bequest to the Kirby Institute. Each gift, whether large or small, will support our researchers to make life-saving medical discoveries.
The following information will help guide you through your decision-making process.
- General information
- Information for your Legal Adviser
- Frequently asked questions
Or if you would prefer a confidential conversation, please contact our Development Manager.
Abel Orellana
+61 422 488 480
a.orellana@unsw.edu.au
General information
It is important that the wording in a bequest clearly expresses your wishes. It is recommended that you consult your legal advisor in the preparation of your Will or amendment to your existing Will. A bequest can either be made for an unrestricted or a specific purpose.
Unrestricted purpose
These are especially valuable to the Kirby Institute because they allow us to fulfil our highest priorities at the time your bequest arrives.
"I give to the Kirby Institute at the University of New South Wales (57 195 873 179) the sum of $xx or xx%, share, residue of my estate, which I direct to be paid free of all expenses and duties of whatever kind and I express the wish that
(a) such sum be used to support the Kirby Institute and their priorities and
(b) I express the wish that this be done in the name/memory of [insert your chosen name]
and I direct that the receipt from the Kirby Institute at University of New South Wales shall be sufficient discharge to my trustee."
Restricted purpose
Restricted gifts can support important Kirby Institute initiatives such as scholarships, research areas, facilities, etc.
"I give to the Kirby Institute at University of New South Wales (57 195 873 179) the sum of $xx or xx%, share, residue of my estate, which I direct to be paid free of all expenses and duties of whatever kind and I express the wish that
(a) such sum be used to support (eg. scholarships, research area, etc) at the Kirby Institute
(b) I express the wish that this be done in the name/memory of [insert your chosen name]
and I direct that the receipt from the Kirby Institute at University of New South Wales shall be sufficient discharge to my trustee."
Definition of bequests
There are a number of descriptions used when talking about the type of bequest you might consider leaving to the Kirby Institute. Following are some commonly understood definitions for the way you can structure a bequest:
Specific bequest
A gift of assets such as a home, land, money, shares, art, or other item of value.
Residual bequest
The remainder of your estate after specific gifts have been disbursed.
Percentage bequest
The nominated gift is a percentage of the Estate.
Pecuniary bequest
Refers to leaving a gift of a specific dollar amount.
For more information
After you have provided for your family and friends, a gift in your Will is a way to leave a lasting legacy for future generations. To discuss the different ways you could leave a bequest to the Kirby Institute, please contact Abel Orellana, +61 422 4884 480 a.orellana@unsw.edu.au
or
If you have already made a decision, download our bequest intention form and return it to:
Kirby Institute
Reply Paid 61244
UNSW Sydney NSW 2052
