Donations & Bequests
Donations: make a difference
TPI-SA provides vital welfare and advocacy services, and social connection activities to support veterans and their families across South Australia. Our services help veterans and their families overcome impacts from their service and adjust to civilian life.
TPI-SA does not receive any ongoing government funding. You, the community, make all that we do possible.
We are a registered charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission. We have DGR status and all donations over $2 are tax-deductible.
Make a Donation OnlineBequests: continuing your legacy
A bequest or planned gift simply means you will include TPI-SA as a beneficiary in your Will. We value every gift, no matter what shape or amount. It could include; a portion of your estate, a sum of money, property, stocks and shares, works of art or valuable collections, a life insurance policy, annuities or trust. A bequest or planned gift to TPI-SA continues your legacy for the next generation. By leaving a gift in your Will to TPI-SA you can support Veterans in need. It’s never too early to start thinking about a charitable gift in your will – now could be the perfect time to create your legacy.
Types of bequests
There are many ways you can leave a gift in your Will to TPI-SA. Your solicitor, trustee or accredited Wills and Estate specialist can assist with the detail, but in general, there are four main types of bequests:
Residuary Bequest
A residuary bequest is when you leave a portion or the remainder of your estate to TPI-SA after all other bequest and other financial commitments have been honoured. This is a wonderful way to ensure TPI-SA gets the most help possible, whilst also ensuring your loved ones are taken care of.
Suggested wording in your Will:
“I bequeath to The Association of Totally and Permanently Incapacitated Ex-Service Men and Women (South Australian Branch) Incorporated, South Australia 5033, ABN 81 385 190 159, (Insert number) % of my residuary estate, to be applied for the purposes of (insert purpose) or by The Association of Totally and Permanently Incapacitated Ex-Service Men and Women (South Australian Branch) in such a manner as its Directors may determine. I direct that the receipt in writing of an authorised officer of The Association of Totally and Permanently Incapacitated Ex-Service Men and Women (South Australian Branch) shall be deemed proof of payment.”
Specific Bequest
When you leave specific item, such as property or shares to the Association. For Example your medals or any historical items you would like left to the Association for permanent display or your house to fund a perpetual scholarship for Veterans children etc.
Suggested wording:
“I bequeath to The Association of Totally and Permanently Incapacitated Ex-Service Men and Women (South Australian Branch) Incorporated, South Australia 5033, ABN 81 385 190 159, (describe asset accurately), to be applied for the purposes of (insert purpose) or by The Association of Totally and Permanently Incapacitated Ex-Service Men and Women (South Australian Branch) in such a manner as its Directors may determine. I direct that the receipt in writing of an authorised officer of The Association of Totally and Permanently Incapacitated Ex-Service Men and Women (South Australian Branch) shall be deemed proof of payment.”
Pecuniary Bequest
A gift to the Association of a fixed or stated sum of money designated in your Will.
Suggested wording:
“I bequeath to The Association of Totally and Permanently Incapacitated Ex-Service Men and Women (South Australian Branch) Incorporated, South Australia 5033, ABN 81 385 190 159, the sum of (Insert $ amount), to be applied for the purposes of (insert purpose) or by The Association of Totally and Permanently Incapacitated Ex-Service Men and Women (South Australian Branch) in such a manner as its Directors may determine. I direct that the receipt in writing of an authorised officer of The Association of Totally and Permanently Incapacitated Ex-Service Men and Women (South Australian Branch) shall be deemed proof of payment.”
Contingent Bequest
This type of bequest is fulfilled if certain conditions are met. For instance, if your primary beneficiary does not survive you, you can indicate your next choice through a contingent designation.
Please seek advice from a legal solicitor for specific wording on how to leave the Association a contingent bequest.