Wills and Bequests
Overview
For over a century the Salvos have endeavoured to be there whenever and wherever they are needed most.
When you remember The Salvation Army in your Will, you become a partner in our life-changing work and leave a lasting legacy for future generations.
"I've included the Salvos in my Will and I invite you to do the same." - Stuart Diver
How a Bequest Can Help
Bequests are often referred to as "the gift that never stops giving". These gifts are generally used for capital development projects such as aged care facilities and hostels for the homeless.
Our Wills Update newsletter provides an insight into the work of The Salvation Army.
Our Honoured Friends
This very special group is made up of people who have advised us of their bequest to The Salvation Army.
By their generosity they have shown themselves to be friends of The Salvation Army and we honour them in recognition of their support.
Free Information Booklet
Our booklet Your Will, Your Family and The Salvation Army provides information on the many things to keep in mind when preparing a Will. It also explains how to leave a gift to The Salvation Army.
Our booklet isn't a Will Kit and isn't a substitute for professional legal advice. We always recommend that you speak to a qualified solicitor or legal practitioner to ensure the validity of your Will.
How to leave a gift to The Salvation Army
SOLICITORS
Honoured Friends Solicitors of The Salvation Army support our Wills and Bequests programme.
We were encouraged when Stuart Diver advised us of his decision to bequest. We will also be delighted to hear of your decision.
The Salvation Army recommends that your Will be prepared by a solicitor, trustee company or The Public Trustee. If required we may be able to assist by identifying one of these in your area.
Correct Wording For A Bequest
"I give, devise and bequeath the whole/rest and residue* of my estate to The Salvation Army (New South Wales/Queensland*) Property Trust for its General Purposes, (or other Specified Purposes)."
*Delete whichever is inapplicable.
OR
"I give, devise and bequeath the sum of (The actual amount should be written in this space. The amount should also be shown in figures) to The Salvation Army (New South Wales/Queensland*) Property Trust for its General Purposes, (or other Specified Purposes)."
*Delete whichever is inapplicable.
Receipt Clause
I direct and declare that the receipt of the Financial Secretary of The Salvation Army at the date of my death shall be a full and complete discharge to my Executor.
Executorship
It is recommended that the person preparing your Will should contact The Salvation Army if there is any question about who should be named as Executor in your Will.
Contact Us
All enquiries are treated with the strictest confidence.
Should you require any further information on any aspect of making a Will or including The Salvation Army in your Will, please contact the State Wills and Bequests Director in your capital city.
NSW
140 Elizabeth Street
Sydney NSW 2000
PO Box A229
Sydney South NSW 1232
Ph. 02 9266 9631
Fax. 02 9266 9805
Email: willsandbequests@aue.salvationarmy.org
QLD
342 Upper Roma Street
Brisbane QLD 4000
GPO Box 1111
Brisbane QLD 4001
Ph. 07 3222 6603
Fax. 07 3229 6996
Email: willsandbequestsSQLD@aue.salvationarmy.org
ACT
2-4 Brisbane Avenue,
Barton ACT 2600
GPO Box 304
Canberra ACT 2601
Ph. 02 6270 3107
Fax. 02 6273 2973
Email: willsandbequests@aue.salvationarmy.org
ALL OTHER STATES - are serviced by the Australia Southern Territory.