Leave a Legacy of Love with Animal Aid
Your love for animals can live on beyond your lifetime. By leaving a gift in your Will to Animal Aid, you ensure that vulnerable, lost, and abandoned animals receive the care and shelter they deserve—long into the future. Your legacy will make a real and lasting difference, giving countless animals a second chance at happiness.
Why Leave a Bequest?
Ongoing Care for Animals in Need
Your generosity ensures that Animal Aid can continue providing essential rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming services for animals who need us the most.
Long-Term Impact
Bequests allow us to plan for the future, investing in shelter improvements, veterinary care, and programs that support both animals and their people.
Peace of Mind for Your Pets
If you have beloved pets, you can include a request that Animal Aid will care for them should you pass away before they do. We will provide them with a safe haven and work to find them a loving new home.
How to Leave a Gift in Your Will
Leaving a bequest to Animal Aid is simple, and we’re here to guide you every step of the way. We recommend speaking with a legal professional to ensure your wishes are clearly outlined.
Suggested wording for your Will:
“I bequeath to the Victorian Animal Aid Trust of 35 Killara Road, Coldstream Victoria, for its general purposes, the sum of $__________ (or portion of estate, or description of property) and I declare that an official receipt from the organisation shall be a sufficient discharge to my trustee/executor.”
If you have pets, you may also wish to include:
“This legacy is subject to The Victorian Animal Aid Trust ensuring they will guarantee care for my animals at my death.”
For assistance in finding a solicitor, visit the Law Institute of Victoria’s Referral Service or call (03) 9607 9550.
Let Us Thank You
Too often, we only learn of a bequest after a supporter has passed away. If you are considering leaving a gift in your Will or have already included Animal Aid, please let us know. We would love to express our gratitude and keep you updated on the impact your generosity will have. Rest assured, all information will remain confidential.
📞 Call us on (03) 8756 1300
📧 Email fundraising@animalaid.org.au
Your legacy can change lives—today, tomorrow, and beyond.
Choosing How You Support Animal Aid
Leaving a gift in your Will is a deeply personal decision, and you have the flexibility to choose how your generosity will shape the future of Animal Aid. Whether you wish to leave a specific amount, a portion of your estate, or assets that can fund life-changing programs, your bequest will help provide a safe and loving future for animals in need.
Here are some ways you can leave a legacy of kindness:
- A Specific Amount – Nominate a fixed sum of money to be donated to Animal Aid.
- A Percentage of Your Estate – Choose to leave a portion of your estate, ensuring your support grows in line with your total assets.
- A Residual Bequest – After taking care of loved ones and other commitments, you can leave the remainder of your estate to Animal Aid.
- Assets – Donate shares, property, or valuable items that can be used or sold to fund our mission.
- A Perpetual Trust – Establish a trust that provides ongoing financial support to Animal Aid, ensuring your legacy continues to make an impact for generations.
No matter how you choose to give, your gift will create a lasting difference for animals who need it most. If you’d like to discuss your wishes, we’re here to help.
Any Questions? – We can help!
