and we are honoured to receive your generous bequest.”
Leaving a gift in your will
A gift in your Will is called a bequest. A bequest can be a gift of property or cash. For example: a specific amount of money, a particular belonging such as jewellery, property that you own, your entire estate or a part of your estate that remains after you have provided for your loved ones … Every gift is greatly appreciated because it is a cherished part of your life journey.
How your legacy will help
- Enables the sisters to continue their ministry of prayer, giving retreats, spiritual directions and welcoming guests.
- Contribute to the maintenance of the building and land of the Abbey, the Church and the building around it as well as the cottages.
- Assist in the care for the elderly sisters.
- Assist in the promotion of vocations and formation of the sisters, especially the new sisters in their initial formation.
How to make a gift of bequest
You must have a valid Will. For this reason, it is advisable you arrange to have a Will drawn up by a solicitor.
It is recommended that you inform your family that a gift to the Benedictine Abbey Jamberoo is important to you, and that you advise any executors and guardians of your wishes.
Include the appropriate wording to your will (see below).
Please inform us
We ask that you inform us of your intended gift and your preferred acknowledgement.
Appropriate wording
It is important the correct clauses and terminology are used in your Will. Please see below for suggested appropriate wording:
“I give to the Trustees of the Benedictine Abbey Jamberoo (ABN 31 611 459 962) for its general purposes the sum of $_____ or _____ percent of my estate or the property at _____ (or other specific items), free of all duties, taxes and other deductions of whatever kind. I declare that the receipt of the Abbess, or other designated officer, of The Trustees of the Benedictine Abbey Jamberoo shall be sufficient discharge to my Executors and Trustees.”
For more information about leaving a gift in your Will, or to enquire about a memorial gift, please contact us at 4236 0011.
“We are incredibly thankful for your thoughtful bequest,
which will make a significant difference
in the lives of the nuns of Jamberoo Abbey and future vocations.”
