As September approaches, so does Wills Month – a timely reminder of the importance of having a will. A will ensures your wishes are respected and your loved ones are cared for. But have you considered the lasting impact you could make by including a gift to a cause close to your heart?
With a will in place, you will also rest assured that your wishes will be carried out after you have gone.
A legacy gift in your will can create a ripple of positive change in your community for generations to come. This Wills Month we invite you to think about the legacy you want to leave behind.
Where there’s a will, there’s a way.
Add a gift through Geyser to your existing Will for free this September with our partner law firms.
We are grateful to the local law firms in Rotorua and Taupō who support our Wills Month promotion. During the month of September, our partner firms will make a simple change to an existing Will to include a gift to the local community through the Geyser Community Foundation at no charge.
Click on the logo to visit their website to learn more.
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| Blackman Spargo admin@rurallaw.co.nz Ph: 07 343 9393 Rotorua and Taupo | Holland Beckett charlene.porteous-watt@hobec.co.nz Ph 07 349 5750 | JB Morrison Lawyers Lynette.matthews@morrisonkent.com Ph 07 348 2030 |
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| The Law Shop team@thelawshop.co.nz Ph: 07 349 2924 | OSC Law law@osc.co.nz Ph: 07 3479479 | |
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| Cargill Stent Clarke admin@csclaw.co.nz Ph: 07 376 0000 | Grantham Law amber@granthamlaw.co.nz Ph: 07 376 0014 EXTN 25 | Le Pine & Co jwinkelmann@lepine.co.nz Ph: 07 378 5030 |
Download a copy of our Will Information Pack here >>>>
Consider the information in this pack, complete your checklist and contact your lawyer today to get started.
Giving in your Will is an easy way to make a difference
We all know there are many charities and community groups doing awesome things in our local community who deserve our support.
Gifts made through the Geyser Community Foundation last forever. Funds are invested, and the investment income used to support local charities and community groups.
You can choose your favourite community groups to support or leave it up to Geyser to select those most in need.
For more information on how to support your community and update your Will this month, contact the Geyser Community Foundation email geyseradmin@geysercf.org.nz or speak to a participating lawyer.
Your questions answered …
Q. What is the Geyser Community Foundation?
Community Foundations provide a smarter way to give to the community you love. We can invest and grow your donations so the interest they earn can benefit your chosen local cause/s year on year, forever.
Q. Why would I give through Geyser instead of giving directly to a charity?
Our smarter giving model sets us apart from other charities. With us, your generosity can have impact for many, many years.
Q. How do I know what amount to leave when I don’t know how long I will live for and what will be left?
You don’t have to be specific. You can consider leaving a percentage of your estate or making Geyser an additional child in your will.
Q. I have a Trust, so what benefit would there be in giving through Geyser?
Using Geyser for your charitable giving minimises the burden of the management of your Trust after you and your advisers have passed on. There are also obvious economies of scale which lead to savings in administration and fees meaning more money for the charitable cause/s close to your heart.
Q. Can I contribute in a limited way during my lifetime?
Your gift. Your say. We have different ways you can give and donations of any size are welcome. Donations made during your life-time qualify for a tax rebate of 33.3% up to the limit of your taxable income.
With Community Foundations, you don’t have to be wealthy to have an impact. Whether it’s a large or small gift, a one-off or regular contribution, all giving makes a difference through us. Our smarter giving model allows your giving to have benefits that last forever.
- Donated capital remains forever
- Investment income supports your chosen local cause/s
- You can choose your favourite charities or let Geyser select those most in need
Contact Annette at the Geyser Community Foundation today to find out more.
