Including a Gift in Your Will to Variety – The Children’s Charity (NSW/ACT) is a simple yet powerful way to create lasting change. Once you have provided for your loved ones, your generosity can help ensure that children in need receive life-changing support. Here are some hints and tips to help you along the way.
Talk to your loved ones
Leaving a gift to Variety – The Children’s Charity (NSW/ACT) is a personal decision, and we recommend discussing your wishes with your family. Open conversations can help them understand and support your decision to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Aussie kids.
Decide what kind of gift to leave
Choose the type of benefit you’d like to leave. For example, a ‘residual’ Gift is the remainder after other Gifts and expenses have been taken care of. You can, however, decide to Gift a certain percentage of your Estate (sometimes known as a ‘pecuniary’ legacy) or instead nominate a set amount of your choosing. Remember that gifts can also come in the form of property, shares, or any item of value.
Choose your executor
An executor is responsible for carrying out your wishes. This can be a solicitor, a trustee company, a trusted friend, or a family member.
If you do not have an executor in mind, we recommend speaking with your local Public Trustee for assistance.
Get the help of a professional
A solicitor or trustee can help ensure your Will is legally valid and reflects your wishes. While costs vary, professional advice offers peace of mind. Alternatively, you can use a reputable online Will-writing service like Safewill.
You are eligible for a special discount as a Variety – The Children’s Charity (NSW/ACT) supporter.
Make your Will
Your Will must be in writing (handwritten, printed or typed) and include specific wording. It must be signed and dated on every page. Your signature must be witnessed by two people who are not named as beneficiaries of your estate. They both need to sign their name on every page of your Will.
To ensure your gift reaches us, please include our full legal name: Variety – The Children’s Charity (NSW/ACT). (ABN: 38 003 354 934).
Please let us know
If you have left a gift to Variety – The Children’s Charity (NSW/ACT) in your Will, we’d love to hear from you.
While there is no obligation to tell us, knowing your intentions allows us to plan our long-term programs with greater certainty, ensuring that we can continue giving Aussie kids a fair go for generations to come.
There are three main ways to make a Gift In Will to Variety:
Specific items of value:
Anything of value, such as property, shares, jewellery or works of art, may be specifically named in your Will and given directly to Variety.
Residual legacy:
A residual legacy is a portion of your estate or the balance remaining after loved ones and expenses are provided for. A residual legacy is the best type of gift because it maintains the relative value of your gift and automatically adjusts to changes in the value of your estate. We ask our supporters to consider this kind of gift because it should not decrease in value over time.
Specific amount of money:
This type of gift is sometimes called a pecuniary legacy. A pecuniary legacy allows you to nominate a specific amount of money.
Not sure?
We recommend that you seek the advice of an independent solicitor or qualified legal advisor before making or revising your Will. You should also seek qualified advice before choosing executors to administer your estate.
Our Promise to You
When you choose to leave a Gift in Your Will to Variety – The Children’s Charity (NSW/ACT), we make the following commitments:
Sensitivity, Honesty, and Respect
- Your gift will be used wisely, ethically, and transparently to support children in need.
- We will honour your wishes to the best of our ability and work closely with all parties to ensure your gift is handled with care, efficiency, and respect.
- We will always act with integrity and be open about how gifts are received and used.
We adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards in accepting and managing your gift.
Your Privacy
- We understand that including a Gift in Your Will is a deeply personal decision.
- Your information will remain confidential, and we will never share your details without your consent.
- You are in full control of how and when you choose to engage with us—we will always respect your preferences.
We also acknowledge that circumstances change. You have the absolute right to update or reconsider your decision at any time.
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Suggested Wording for Your Will ▼
Ensuring your Will is correctly worded is essential to guarantee that your wishes are carried out as intended. Below is the recommended wording for including a Gift in Your Will to Variety – The Children’s Charity (NSW/ACT):
“I bequeath [ ___ per cent of my residual estate / the sum of $ ______] (choose one) to Variety – The Children’s Charity (NSW/ACT), Locked Bag 2468, St Leonards, NSW 1590 to be used for any high-priority needs of, or connected with, Variety – The Children’s Charity (NSW/ACT). I further declare that the receipt of the secretary, trustee, or other authorised officer of Variety – The Children’s Charity (NSW/ACT) shall be sufficient discharge to my executors, who shall not be required to oversee the final distribution of these funds.”
Important Information for Solicitors and Executors ▼
When drafting a Will that includes a gift to Variety – The Children’s Charity (NSW/ACT), please use the following legal details:
Legal Name: Variety – The Children’s Charity (NSW/ACT)
ABN: 38 003 354 934
Postal Address: Locked Bag 2468, St Leonards, NSW 1590, Australia
Updating an Existing Will ▼
If you already have a Will, you don’t need to rewrite it entirely to include a gift to Variety – The Children’s Charity (NSW/ACT). Instead, a simple legal amendment—known as a codicil—can be added. Please consult your solicitor to determine if this is the best approach for your circumstances.
Already Included Us in Your Will? ▼
If you have already chosen to leave a Gift in Your Will to Variety – The Children’s Charity (NSW/ACT), we extend our deepest gratitude for your generosity and foresight.
We would love the opportunity to thank you personally and offer you a choice in how we recognise your kindness. While notifying us is entirely optional, it allows us to plan for the future with greater confidence. Your information will be kept strictly confidential and handled with the utmost respect.