Gifts in Wills

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A gift in your Will to the University of Melbourne is a powerful and enduring pledge that will enrich the lives of future generations. It is part of your legacy, reflecting who you are and what you value most about education and the pursuit of knowledge.

Your gift. Your legacy.

Gifts in Wills have transformed the lives of students, helped researchers tackle some of the world’s most challenging problems, and enriched our libraries and precious cultural collections for the benefit of the wider community.

There are many ways to remember the University in your Will. Wherever you choose to direct your gift, your generosity will make a lasting difference to the University’s capacity to inspire and nurture the best and brightest minds.

Dr Rosalind Terry (left) and Jacqueline Nguyen Khuong (scholarship recipient). Photo by Bec Walton.
Kathleen Mary Kehoe at St Vincent's

A legacy that empowers the next generation of scholars

Kathleen was an inspirational woman, with a visionary way of thinking, who wanted to create a better future for others and leave the world a better place.

Kathleen Mary Kehoe's visionary gift is creating a brighter future for fourteen new Narrm Scholars.

She not only inspired those around her during her lifetime, but she continues to inspire the wider community through the gift she left in her Will to the University of Melbourne.

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Leaving a gift in your Will takes just a few conversations

Whether you’re passionate about increasing access to education, driving ground-breaking research, enriching communities through art and cultural collections – or anything else – your gift can help shape the future. Our friendly Gifts in Wills team welcomes you to get in touch and share your vision.

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How to include a gift in your Will

An up-to-date Will enables you to provide for your loved ones and the causes you care about most. You may choose to leave a portion of your estate, or a specific sum to support an area you are most passionate about.

Learn about how you can make an impact with different types of gifts and see examples of suggested wording for Wills clauses.  Our team is happy to discuss your wishes with you.

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The Heritage Society

The Heritage Society was established to recognise the generosity and vision of the growing number of alumni and friends who have pledged to support the University of Melbourne through a gift in their Will.

This special group of supporters meet throughout the year to celebrate their commitment and engage with the life of the University.

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Are you considering leaving a gift in your Will to the University of Melbourne? Please let us know so we can say thank you and understand your wishes.

Creating Futures

Leaving a gift in your Will to the University of Melbourne.

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