Gifts in wills
Leave a legacy that grows for generations
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At The Diggers Foundation, every seed saved, every gardener educated and every garden nurtured is part of something much larger: a living legacy for future generations.
We are committed to creating a future with more resilient food systems, thriving ecosystems and a deeper connection between people and the natural world.
For some members of our community, this long view inspires a decision to support The Foundation in a deeply personal way – by leaving a gift in their Will.
Growing beyond our lifetime
Gifts in Wills to The Diggers Foundation actively support:
- The preservation of rare and heirloom seed varieties
- The stewardship of our historic gardens and living collections
- Education programs that share sustainable gardening knowledge
- Initiatives that strengthen biodiversity and community resilience
If you would like to explore leaving a gift in your Will to The Diggers Foundation, please contact Stephen May, Head of Philanthropy, for a confidential conversation. Email stephen.may@diggers.com.au
How to leave a bequest in your Will for the Diggers Foundation
Leaving a gift in your Will can be done in a number of ways. If you are unsure about the process you may like to speak to your solicitor.
The gift can include:
1. The residue of the estate
2. A percentage of the estate
3. A specific amount of money
4. A life insurance or superannuation policy
5. Assets such as shares, property, art or jewellery
Suggested wording for a Will
Residuary gift “I give… % (enter percentage) residue of my estate to the Trustee for Diggers Foundation (ABN 57 948 503 936) for its general purposes and I declare that the receipt of such gift by its Executive Director or other authorised officer shall be sufficient discharge to my Executors.”
Pecuniary gift “I give… $ (enter dollar amount) to the Trustee for Diggers Foundation (ABN 57 948 503 936) for its general purposes and I declare that the receipt of such gift by its Executive Director or other authorised officer shall be sufficient discharge to my Executors.”
Proportional gift “I give… % (enter percentage) of my estate to the Trustee for Diggers Foundation (ABN 57 948 503 936) for its general purposes and I declare that the receipt of such gift by its Executive Director or other authorised officer shall be sufficient discharge to my Executors.”
Specific gift “I give… (enter a description of item) to the Trustee for Diggers Foundation (ABN 57 948 503 936) for its general purposes and I declare that the receipt of such gift by its Executive Director or other authorised officer shall be sufficient discharge to my Executors.”
The Diggers Foundation
The Trustee for Diggers Foundation (ABN 57 948 503 936) is a not-for-profit organisation registered as a charity with the ACNC.
Established in 2011, The Diggers Foundation is a registered charity dedicated to preserving heirloom seeds, protecting our historic gardens, and passing on the knowledge of sustainable gardening to future generations.
We believe gardeners are a powerful force for good - forming a living defence against climate pressure, biodiversity loss, and declining food security.