Growing up in poverty meant Rhiannon couldn't fit in and enjoy school like the other students.
Growing up in poverty meant Rhiannon couldn't fit in and enjoy school like the other students.
Her family’s financial disadvantage meant that Rhiannon missed out on the things that other children take for granted.
She couldn’t keep up in class, she lost confidence and the other children made fun of her. Increasingly, Rhiannon withdrew and eventually she just wished she was invisible. Unfortunately, Rhiannon’s story isn’t unique; The Smith Family work with children just like her every day.
Residual
You can make a gift of the remainder, or a percentage of the remainder, of your estate once your loved ones and expenses have been taken care of.
Specific
You can make a specific bequest by simply stating the dollar amount in your Will that you wish to leave to The Smith Family.
Asset
You may wish to make a gift of a specific asset, for example real estate, shares or bonds, or an item of particular value.
My mother grew up in a really tough area and lived her life in disadvantage. That’s what my brother and I experienced too. We were fortunate in our late teenage years when The Smith Family came into our lives and provided us with a financial scholarship. Getting the support I needed through the Learning for Life program changed my life. I was able to finish my education and get my dream job and build a great life for myself!
Leaving a gift in your Will is not a complicated thing to do. Nevertheless, we do recommend that you consult a solicitor or legal advisor before writing or updating your Will. They will help you through the process and ensure that all your paperwork is in order.
