By leaving a gift also known as a bequest you will help Blue Cross Animals Society of Victoria continue making a meaningful difference in the lives of animals in need.

This is a special way to give back to the animals who bring so much love and joy into our lives. As an animal lover, your bequest will help provide care, safety, and second chances for vulnerable animals now and into the future.

Having a valid Will is one of the most important things you can do. It ensures your wishes are carried out for your loved ones and the causes closest to your heart.

Types of bequests you can leave in your will

• A percentage of the remainder of your estate
• Property, land or entire estate
• A residual gift
• A monetary gift of a set amount (e.g., $10,000)
• A percentage of your share portfolio
• Other assets

You don’t have to be wealthy to leave a bequest, any gift large or small, will make a positive impact on helping us care for the animals. Including a gift to Blue Cross Animals Society of Victoria in your will is very simple. Ask your solicitor to insert your wishes into your will.

The Following wording may assist in ensuring your wishes are carried out:

I [Full Name] of [Address], give to Blue Cross Animals Society of Victoria, 26 Homestead Road Wonga Park Victoria 3115, ABN 82 738 575 371:

1. A percentage of the remainder of your estate, or
2. Property, land or entire estate, or
3. A residual gift, or
4. A monetary gift of a set amount or
5. A percentage of your share portfolio or
6. Other assets

for the general purposes of Blue Cross Animals Society of Victoria. I declare that the receipt of an authorised officer shall be a sufficient discharge to my executors.

We recommend you consult with your solicitor when preparing or updating your Will.

Let us know

We understand that leaving a gift in your Will is a deeply personal decision. Quite often, we only learn of a bequest after someone has passed away. By letting us know of your intention in advance, you give us the opportunity to thank you during your lifetime.

You’ll also be welcomed into the Gail and Neil Ryan Society, a special group honouring those who have chosen to leave a legacy of compassion.

Gail and Neil Ryan, long-serving Directors and dedicated members of Blue Cross Animals Society of Victoria, have been champions for animal welfare over many decades. The Society named in their honour recognises the extraordinary kindness of supporters like you, those who help ensure animals in need will always have a voice, a safe place, and a second chance.

Create your will online for free with Gather Here

At Blue Cross Animals Society of Victoria, every gift we receive helps to rescue, heal, and rehome animals who deserve a second chance.

Now, through our partnership with Gathered Here, you can write your legally valid Will online completely free and make a lasting impact on the lives of animals in need.

Creating your Will is simple, secure, and takes just minutes. Your information is private, your wishes along with your loved ones will always be respected.

It’s a powerful way to protect the people you love and leave a heartfelt gift to the animals who need it most.

For more information about leaving a gift in your Will to Blue Cross Animals Society of Victoria, contact us at:

📞 (03) 9722 1265

📧 giftsinwills@bluecrossanimals.org.au

Your kindness will live on in every wagging tail and every purring heart.