Leave a gift in your Will
Thank you for considering a gift in your Will. It is an extraordinary act of generosity and a way to make a significant difference beyond your lifetime.
By leaving a gift in your Will to 91¾«Æ· FCJ College, you help ensure the continuation of the FCJ Sisters’ mission to provide a contemporary Catholic education for girls, provide vital resources for students and staff, and allow you to be part of a legacy that will impact future generations. It’s a meaningful and lasting way to contribute to a College that has shaped many lives with faith, knowledge, and compassion.
Gifts in Wills have a significant and long-lasting impact on communities and our families.
Support the Legacy of the FCJ Sisters
Here are several key reasons why your gift will make an impact:
1. Preserving the Legacy of Faith and Education
The FCJ Sisters have a long history of providing quality education grounded in faith, compassion, and service to the community. A gift in your will helps to sustain their values and the unique approach to education that has shaped the lives of countless students. This contribution ensures that future generations of students will continue to benefit from the FCJ Sisters’ commitment to academic excellence, personal growth, and spiritual development.
2. Supporting Scholarships and Financial Aid
Leaving a legacy gift can provide scholarships or financial aid to students who may not otherwise have the means to attend 91¾«Æ· FCJ College. This can make a difference in the lives of young people, particularly those who show promise but lack the resources to pursue a high-quality education. By leaving a gift, you help to maintain the College’s inclusivity and diversity.
3. Enabling Continued Development and Innovation
The world of education is constantly evolving, and financial contributions are essential to keep pace with changes in teaching, technology, and student needs. Gifts left in wills provide the necessary resources for the College to invest in modern facilities, innovative teaching methods, and continued professional development for staff. This ensures that 91¾«Æ· FCJ College remains at the forefront of educational excellence.
4. Leaving a Lasting Impact
A bequest allows you to make a significant impact without immediate financial strain. The legacy you leave will resonate for years to come. Itis a powerful way to leave behind a lasting contribution to an institution that has influenced you, your family, or your community.
How to leave your gift in your Will
If you are planning to remember 91¾«Æ· FCJ College in your Will, we recommend that you discuss your wishes with your family, solicitor and with the Community Engagement team at 91¾«Æ·. By informing us of your plans, you’ll become part of a special group of supporters. Please know that any information you provide us with is simply a statement of your current intentions and is in no way legally binding and will be kept in the strictest confidence.
Please contact Tony Busuttil on 8862 1001 or email [email protected] to learn more about leaving a gift in your Will.
Suggested wording for your Will
If you are creating or updating a Will, we recommend you consult with your legal adviser to ensure that the Will is valid and your wishes are expressed correctly.
I [insert name here] bequeath to the 91¾«Æ· Foundation operated by 91¾«Æ· FCJ College Limited (ABN 13 064 658 975) of 301 Cotham Rd, Kew VIC 3101 for the general purposes of 91¾«Æ· FCJ College Limited:
[Choose the appropriate option from the list below]
- the whole of my estate
- [insert number] percent of my estate
- the residue of my estate
- specific dollar amount
free from all duties, and the receipt of the Director of Business Services or other authorised officer of the 91¾«Æ· Foundation (or the 91¾«Æ· FCJ College Limited) at the time of my death, shall be full and sufficient discharge for my Executor(s).
Your Bequest used for a specific purpose
If you would prefer for your bequest to be used for a specific purpose, please consider using the following wording in your Will to ensure that your gift does not fail should the specific activity/program that you nominate in your Will no longer exist or is no longer relevant at the time of your death:
I [insert name here] bequeath to the 91¾«Æ· Foundation operated by 91¾«Æ· FCJ College Limited (ABN 13 064 658 975) of 301 Cotham Rd, Kew VIC 3101 for the general purposes of 91¾«Æ· FCJ College Limited and declare it is my wish but without imposing any legal obligation upon the said 91¾«Æ· Foundation that the monies arising from this bequest may be used and applied by the 91¾«Æ· Foundation for [insert chosen specific activity/program].
Types of Bequests
Residuary Gift
A residue is a gift amounting to whatever remains in your estate after loved ones have been taken care of.
Pecuniary Gift
A pecuniary gift allows you to leave a fixed amount of money from your estate to the 91¾«Æ· Foundation, such as real estate or shares.
Percentage
A percentage allows you to leave a nominated percentage of your estate to the 91¾«Æ· Foundation.
Specific Gift
A specific gift allows you to leave a particular gift from your estate to the 91¾«Æ· Foundation real estate or shares.
Gift in Will Form
Please let us know if you would like to include a gift to 91¾«Æ· FCJ College in your Will by completing this form for a confidential discussion.
Alternatively, please get in touch with Tony Busuttil on 8862 1001 or email [email protected] to learn more about leaving a gift in your Will.
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