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Leave a gift in your Will

Your legacy can help create a future free from arthritis

By leaving a gift to Arthritis Australia in your Will, you can help fund vital research, raise awareness, and support the millions of people living with arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions long into the future.

Thank you for considering us. It would be a true honour to be part of your legacy.

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Why leave a gift in your Will?

Every gift, large or small, makes a real difference. A bequest to Arthritis Australia can help us:

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Research

Fund research into better treatments and progress towards cures for arthritis
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Free resources

Provide trusted information and support to people living with arthritis
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Advocacy

Advocate for better care and outcomes for all Australians affected
Your family and loved ones come first, but after providing for them, even 1% of your estate can change lives for generations to come.

How to leave a gift in your Will

Leaving a gift in your Will is simple. You can include Arthritis Australia when you write a new Will or add a small amendment (called a codicil) to your existing Will. We recommend speaking with your solicitor or legal adviser to make sure your wishes are recorded correctly.

What you'll need to give your solicitor

Our full legal name and details are:

Name: Arthritis Foundation of Australia (trading as Arthritis Australia) 

ABN: 67 002 598 594 

Types of gifts you can leave

There are a few different ways to structure your gift, and your solicitor can help you choose what suits your circumstances best. 

  • A percentage of your estate (a residuary gift) – anywhere from 1% to 100%, whatever feels right for you. 
  • A specific sum of money (a pecuniary gift) – any amount that suits your situation. 
  • The residue of your estate – what remains after your loved ones have been provided for. 
  • A specific asset – such as property, shares, or other items of value. 

Suggested wording for your Will

It’s important that a bequest is worded correctly so your wishes can be carried out. Below are four suggested wording options you, a family member, or your solicitor can use.
I give and bequeath to the Arthritis Foundation of Australia ABN 67 002 598 594 — trading as Arthritis Australia, in aid of that Foundation and specifically for research [or its general purposes — use whichever is appropriate], the sum of $______ for which the receipt of the Treasurer or other officer shall be sufficient discharge to my Executor for the Bequest.
I give and bequeath to the Arthritis Foundation of Australia ABN 67 002 598 594 — trading as Arthritis Australia, in aid of that Foundation and specifically for research [or its general purposes — use whichever is appropriate], _____ percent (___%) of the residue of my estate, for which the receipt of the Treasurer or other officer shall be sufficient discharge to my Executor for the Bequest.
I bequeath to the Arthritis Foundation of Australia ABN 67 002 598 594 — trading as Arthritis Australia, in aid of that Foundation and specifically for research [or its general purposes — use whichever is appropriate], the rest and residue of my Estate, for which the receipt of the Treasurer or other officer shall be sufficient discharge.

If you already have a Will, you don’t need to rewrite it. A codicil is a simple amendment that lets you add a bequest to Arthritis Australia without changing the rest of your wishes. Your solicitor can prepare this for you. 

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Don’t yet have a Will?

EveryWill is an Australian service that aim to make the process as easy as possible with online wills. All wills written via EveryWill are completely free and include free updates for life. You can find out more here. 

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Already included us in your Will?

If you’ve already chosen to leave a gift to Arthritis Australia, thank you. Your generosity will help shape a better future for millions of Australians. 

While you’re under no obligation to tell us, letting us know helps us plan for the future and gives us the chance to thank you personally. Any information you share will be treated in the strictest confidence. 

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