Bequests
Leaving a gift in your will to the Ballarat Foundation is a powerful way to create a lasting legacy for Ballarat and future generations.
Your legacy, Ballarat’s future.
Giving to the Ballarat Foundation is a decision to give to Ballarat.
Leaving a gift in your will to the Ballarat Foundation means you will have a lasting impact on our community by choosing a specific cause or letting us use it where it's needed most.
The Ballarat Foundation community grants are funded through donations and gifts in wills which are pooled and invested, with the income generated each year used to support positive community outcomes.
JB Were Philanthropic Services manages the Ballarat Foundation investment portfolio with guaranteed annual returns.
Ways to leave a legacy
We recommend discussing your wishes with your solicitor and loved ones whilst planning your estate.
You can bequest:
- A gift to our general giving fund
- A gift to an existing sub-fund
- A gift to establish a named fund which can be used for a specific focus area
If you would like more information, please call us on 03 5331 5555 or email info@ballaratfoundation.org.au to discuss your investment in the future generations of Ballarat.
Leave a Bequest
Including the Ballarat Foundation in your Will ensures your legacy continues create lasting impact across our community.
Bequest Form
The Bequest Form provides clear instructions for your solicitor to include the Ballarat Foundation in your Will, ensuring your gift supports the community as you intend.
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Find out more about how leaving a gift in your Will to the Ballarat Foundation can create a legacy of lasting impact in our community.
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We work on Wadawurrung land
The Ballarat Foundation acknowledges the Wadawurrung people, the traditional owners of the lands and waterways in our region. We recognise their diversity, resilience, and the ongoing place that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people hold in our communities. We pay our respects to the Elders, both past and present, and commit to working together in the spirit of mutual understanding, respect and reconciliation.
The Ballarat Foundation is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive community where everyone is welcomed, respected and empowered to thrive.