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Leave a Legacy of Hope

Imagine a future where mental health is understood, supported, and championed – where no one faces their struggles alone. By including a gift to the Whau Mental Health Research Foundation in your will, you can help make this vision a reality.

Why Leave a Gift in Your Will?

A gift in your will ensures your compassion endures, funding vital research and community programs that improve mental health for generations to come. Whether large or small, every contribution makes a lasting impact.

Your Gift, Your Legacy

Leaving a legacy gift is a deeply personal decision. It’s an opportunity to reflect your values and create a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Gifts can take many forms:

Residual gift: A percentage of your estate after other bequests are fulfilled. For example 10% of your estate.

Specific gift: A set amount of money, property, or valuable items.

Contingent gift: A gift dependent on certain circumstances, like other beneficiaries predeceasing you.

How to Include Whau Mental Health Research Foundation in Your Will

Including a charitable gift in your Will is simple. We recommend the following wording:

“I give to the Whau Mental Health Research Foundation, registered charity number CC10497, [a specific sum / X% of my estate / the residue of my estate], to be used for its general purposes.”

We also encourage you to consult a legal professional to ensure your wishes are clearly outlined.

Why Choose Whau Mental Health Research Foundation?

For over 57 years, the Whau Mental Health Research Foundation has been dedicated to advancing mental health outcomes through:

Pioneering Research: Funding the brightest minds to explore innovative approaches to understanding and treating mental health conditions.

Fostering Innovation: Supporting groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of mental health science and care.

Advocacy for Change: Championing policies and awareness that drive meaningful improvements in mental health support and understanding.

By leaving a gift in your will, you become a vital part of this mission.

Can I Support a Specific Area of Mental Health?

Absolutely. If there’s a particular area of mental health close to your heart, such as depression research, community inclusion, or innovative therapies, we’d be happy to ensure your gift supports that cause.

When including a specific area in your will, you might use wording like:

“I give to the Whau Mental Health Research Foundation, registered charity number CC10497, [a specific sum / X% of my estate / the residue of my estate], to be used for [specific area of interest].”

If you’d like to discuss your intentions in more detail, our team is here to help ensure your wishes are carried out.

Let Us Thank You

If you choose to leave a legacy gift, we would love the opportunity to thank you and, if you wish, recognise your generosity. We also respect those who prefer to remain anonymous.

Contact Us

If you’d like to discuss leaving a legacy gift or have any questions, please contact us at info@whaufoundation.org.nz

Together, let’s create a legacy of hope, care, and understanding.