Leave a Bequest

What is a bequest?

A bequest is a gift made through a Will. Bequests can be made in the form of specific dollar amounts, property, a percentage of the estate, or all or a portion of what remains after you have provided for your family.

CanTeen and bequests

CanTeen relies on the generosity of the community in order to run the hundreds of camps and programs for young people living with cancer. Leaving a bequest to CanTeen will ensure that these services continue to support young people living with cancer well in to the future.

Example of bequest wording

An example of bequest wording is set out below, but should be only used as a guide for you and your solicitor. The exact wording will depend on the type of bequest you wish to make. You can also download this wording in a PDF here. If you would like any further assistance, please feel free to call (02) 8296 6301.

"I.................................... give and bequeath unto CanTeen - The Australian Organisation for Young People Living with Cancer, Level 6, 235 Clarence St, Sydney NSW, 2000: The sum of $........................ (cash) and/or .........% of my total estate (% of estate) and/or the residue of my estate (residue) and/or (specific description of property, shares, furniture, works of art etc), (personal property) and/or Life Insurance Policy No. ..................... in (Company Name), (insurance policy) free of all duties, and a receipt of the Secretary or other authorised officer shall be a complete and sufficient discharge for the executor(s)".