Love felt for generations
A gift in your Will to Ronald McDonald House NZ helps ensure that, for generations to come, families have somewhere warm to sleep, a home-cooked meal after a long day on the ward, fresh sheets, and above all, a place to stay together.
Be remembered for your love, caring spirit and generosity.
A Lasting Legacy, with Herb Keen
Herbert (Herb) Keen, one of New Zealand’s oldest citizens and World War II veterans, passed away in 2023 at the Wallingford Rest Homes in Temuka, north of Timaru, with his family by his side. He was 106.
Although he never had children, his generosity extended far beyond his family, leaving about $200,000 to various charities in his will, including $50,000 to Ronald McDonald House New Zealand.
Every bequest gift – no matter how big or small – can help us continue to support families while their child receives treatment at a hospital.
$950 – can accommodate a family for a five-day stay
$7,500 – can refurbish a family bedroom, replacing tired and well-used furniture to give the room a new lease of life.
$15,000 – $20,000 – can help establish a special programme, such as an art or music room, or a dedicated play area.
$80,000 – can cover the cost of a brand-new family bedroom, as we strive to accommodate all families who need our assistance.
If you wish to make a legacy gift to Ronald McDonald House NZ, please include the following phrase in your will or give this information to the legal advisor of your trust office to be included in your will:
“I bequest to Ronald McDonald House New Zealand Trust the sum of __% of my estate, (or) residue of my estate (or) property or assets as follows: __________ for the general purposes of the Trust and declare that official receipt of the Ronald
McDonald House New Zealand Trust will be sufficient discharge for my Trustee/Executors.”
You can get further information on how to do this from your legal professional.
If you don’t have a will and wish to write your will online, we have partnered with EveryWill who provide a free will-writing service. Click here to find out more.
It is possible to make a bequest and tie it to a particular purpose and we will do our utmost to honour your request. However, it is more beneficial for to receive general ‘no strings attached’ bequests as we can put your gift towards wherever the need is greatest for the families we support.
This is completely up to you. However, if you do inform us of your gift we will be able to acknowledge and thank you in your lifetime. We can also make sure we have a full understanding of your wishes, so we have all the information we need to see your gift used to its full potential.
We will respect your privacy at all times and will not pass on any personal information or details to any external parties. All bequests are received and handled in the strictest confidence.
We respect your right to change your mind at any time. If you have already made a bequest, simply consult your lawyer, who can review and change your will to reflect your new circumstances and wishes.
