Your Legacy. Her Future.
Your gift in Will is an investment in the future wellbeing of women and families in need.
“Planning my bequest for Melbourne Women’s Foundation when updating my will was a simple process that I sincerely recommend other members consider doing. I am very confident that my gift will assist the Foundation in the future whether with their grant making or with capacity building of this organisation. As a Co Founder I am passionate about the continuing need to build stronger communities for all women to thrive.”
Gillian Hund OAM, Co-Founder
Why Leave A Gift In Your Will
Since 2014, the Melbourne Women’s Foundation (MWF) has been transforming lives through the power of collective giving. From a small giving circle to an independent charity, we’ve grown into a trusted philanthropic community that has invested almost $1.5 million in grants to 58 local organisations, directly improving the lives of women and families in need across Greater Melbourne.
Together, our members have supported programs that reduce reoffending rates for women leaving prison, prevent homelessness for women and their children, create pathways to education, employment and financial independence, and empower young women to live free from violence and exploitation.
A gift in Will to MWF’s Endowment Fund ensures that your compassion continues to invest in and shape a better future for Melbourne women and families in need long after today. Your legacy strengthens our ability to invest in community organisations that can empower and deliver their safety, housing, education and economic security.
Each year, our members engage in a rigorous and transparent granting process. Through informed discussions, due diligence and a collective vote, they determine which organisations will receive funding. This ensures that every dollar entrusted to MWF—whether through annual membership, donations or a Gift in Will is used with accountability, impact and integrity.
Because every donor’s motivation is personal, we apply all legacy gifts carefully and respectfully to areas of greatest need, aligned with our vision and mission, and guided by this proven member-driven model of decision-making.
Your legacy doesn’t have
to begin in the future
—it can start today.
Your Legacy Can Start Now
By giving during your lifetime, you can witness your generosity in action, meet the inspiring women and community leaders your gift supports, and celebrate the change you help create.
We warmly encourage those considering a future gift in Will to also make a gift now, so we can honour your commitment and share in the joy of seeing your impact in real time.
“MWF has a phenomenal track record of changing the lives of Melbourne women and families in need. Leaving a gift in my Will ensures this work continues for many years to come.”
Pat Burke OAM, Co-Founder
Supporting Melbourne Women’s Foundation Endowment Fund
The MWF Endowment Fund underpins our long-term sustainability. By leaving an unrestricted gift in Will to the Fund, you help ensure that MWF can continue to grow, adapt and invest strategically in the organisations we support to empower women and families in need to thrive.
Gifts to the MWF Endowment Fund are invested to generate enduring income that enables MWF to:
- Provide consistent funding to grass-roots organisations doing life-changing work
- Build resilience for planning our work as well as responding to new and urgent challenges
- Create a legacy investment of lasting impact for generations to come
Your unrestricted gift in Will would provide the stability and flexibility needed to achieve our shared aim — a Melbourne where every woman has safety, opportunity and a sense of belonging.
Planning Your Gift
If you are considering including a gift to Melbourne Women’s Foundation in your Will, we encourage you to speak with your solicitor or legal adviser about the best approach for your circumstances.
We would also be honoured to have a confidential conversation with you to ensure we understand your wishes and can support you through your decision-making process.
To learn more or discuss your intentions or recognition preferences, you are invited to get in touch anytime.
Contact
Sharon McGowan, Board Member