Gift in your Will

Leave a Lasting Legacy

A Gift of Comfort, Dignity and Hope

Every child deserves to feel valued, especially during life’s most challenging moments.

When children enter foster care, emergency accommodation, kinship care, or refuge services, they often arrive with little more than the clothes they are wearing. Through the generosity of our supporters, Hope In A Suitcase
Australia (HIASC) provides children and young people with a suitcase filled with essential items, comfort items, and gifts chosen specifically for their age and circumstances.

By leaving a gift in your Will, you can help ensure that vulnerable children continue to receive comfort, dignity, and hope for years to come.

Why Leave a Gift in Your Will?

A gift in your Will is a powerful way to make a lasting difference.

Your legacy could help us:

• Provide suitcases for children entering care
• Supply essential clothing, toiletries and personal items
• Include comforting items such as books, toys and blankets
• Support teenagers transitioning into independent living
• Respond to increasing demand across Australia.

No matter the size of your gift, your generosity can help a child feel cared for during a difficult time.

Your Legacy, Your Choice

Your Loved Ones Come First

We understand that family and loved ones are your priority.

Many supporters choose to leave a percentage of their estate after providing for family and friends. Even a small percentage can have a meaningful impact on the lives of children in need.

Types of Gifts You Can Leave

You may choose to leave:

A Residual Gift:  A percentage or the remainder of your estate after all other gifts and expenses have been distributed.

A Percentage Gift:  A nominated percentage of your total estate.

A Specific Gift:  A nominated amount of money, property, shares, or other assets.

Seek Legal Advice

We recommend seeking independent legal advice when preparing or updating your Will.

Suggested Wording

If you would like to leave a gift to Hope In A Suitcase, you may wish to discuss wording similar to the following with your solicitor:

I give to Hope In A Suitcase Australia Inc,  ABN 31851995020 the sum of $_____ / _____% of my estate / the residue of my estate for its general charitable purposes, and I declare that the receipt of an authorised officer shall be a full and sufficient discharge to my trustee.

Please seek professional legal advice to ensure your Will reflects your wishes.

Thank You

Choosing to leave a gift in your Will is a deeply personal decision.

By remembering Hope In A Suitcase Australia in your estate planning, you will help provide comfort, dignity and practical support to children facing uncertain circumstances long into the future.

Your legacy will help ensure that no child enters care carrying their belongings in a plastic bag.