A Gift in your Will to Mater isn’t just about giving money – it’s about making an impact that lasts a lifetime.
Your generosity has the power to comfort others and create lasting hope and healing.
After ensuring your loved ones are taken care of, a Gift in Will to Mater (as little as 1% of your estate) can have a profound impact. Your legacy will fund pioneering medical research, world-class patient care and vital health programs that support those most in need.
For more information, request a brochure or phone call from one of our friendly team or if you’re ready to leave a gift, you can access our FREE Will service or find a Solicitor near you.
Why your gift matters
A Gift in Will to Mater could create life changing impacts for future generations in the areas of:
- Cancer research and treatment
- Memory-related conditions including Alzheimer’s and dementias
- Brain and spinal surgery
- Brain-related conditions including stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS) and epilepsy
- Premature and sick babies and at-risk pregnancies
- Enhancing care programs in the community to support our most
Leaving a Gift in your Will allows your love and your legacy to live on, shaping the future for generations to come.
How to leave a Gift in your Will
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1. Talk to loved ones
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3. Choose your Gift
Looking for more information?
Request a Gift in Will brochure or phone call to discuss leaving a Gift in your Will to Mater.
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Mater Free Will Service
Mater offers a professional FREE Will service for those who choose to include a gift in their Will to Mater.
Simply connect with one of our partnered solicitors in a region close to you, or take advantage of our partnership with Safewill, Australia’s highest-rated online Will-writing platform.
Gift in Will Guardians Program
When you leave a gift in your Will to Mater and you let us know, you become a part of our Mater Guardians Program.
When you choose to leave a gift in your Will to Mater you are choosing to help future generations, a significant sign of generosity which we like to acknowledge.
Our Guardians are gifted with a thank you letter and pin, acknowledging their commitment. They also receive personalised engagements from our dedicated gift in Will team, including invitations to events and activities.
While every story is unique, Mater Guardians share common values: including the desire for their love to live on and impact others. Here’s what some Mater Guardians have to say about their decision to leave a Gift in their Will.
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Jan Celledon
“Over the years, Mater has done such a wonderful job, and I know further research will continue to help little, premature babies. I’m only too happy to give.”
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Cecilia and John Mullane
“We have discussed changing our Will to include leaving a Gift to Mater to improve the health of any cancer sufferer that comes through Mater.”
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Beryl Andriske
“What makes Mater so special for me is their caring attitude and their commitment. Leaving a Gift in Will to Mater is a fairly natural thing. It’s what you can’t do while you’re alive that you can do later that will still help people. It’s personal for me.”
If you’d like to find out more, contact Brett Lucas, our dedicated Gift in Will Supporter Liaison on 0411 303 865.
Your questions answered
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No. Mater was founded by generous community support. Any gift, large or small, can have a lasting impact. After your loved ones are taken care of, you can opt for a small percentage of your estate, from as little as 1%, or a specific amount.
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Mater offers a professional Free Will service for those who choose to include a Gift in Will to Mater.
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You can choose to nominate a specific healthcare, research or education cause, or your Gift will support a generic area of greatest need within Mater’s Mission. Mater Gift in Will supporters contribute to a range of critical efforts across Mater’s continuum of care from tiny, vulnerable babies to seniors requiring specialist and palliative care.
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Yes. To update an existing Will with a Gift to Mater, you need to add a “codicil”, which is an amendment to your existing Will. Your solicitor can help you with this.
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Everyone should have a valid Will. It’s the only way to ensure your wishes are carried out when you pass away. We recommend speaking to a solicitor to ensure you have a legally valid Will that protects your loved ones and/or the causes closest to your heart.
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Your Gift is an opportunity to align your values to your legacy. We recommend having an open and honest conversation with loved ones to discuss your intentions to extend generosity beyond them.