Bring health education directly to local schools
Support specialist educators and mobile classrooms to reach tamariki throughout Canterbury.
Gifts in Wills
Help future generations of Canterbury children thrive
A gift in your Will can help ensure Canterbury children continue to receive the support and education they need for years to come.
One simple act
A legacy that reflects what matters most
Having a Will in place can provide peace of mind that the people who matter to you will be cared for and your wishes will be understood.
After looking after family and loved ones, many people choose to include a gift to a cause that has been meaningful in their lives.
A gift in your Will to Life Education Trust Canterbury is a personal and lasting way to help future generations of tamariki develop the knowledge, resilience and confidence they need to thrive.
Your impact
Help Canterbury tamariki build healthy futures
For more than 30 years, Life Education has supported tamariki and rangatahi across Canterbury.
Give tamariki knowledge and confidence
Help children understand their bodies, strengthen their wellbeing and make positive choices.
Support future generations
Help ensure Canterbury tamariki continue to benefit from engaging health and wellbeing education for years to come.
Your options
Choose the type of gift that is right for you
There are several ways to include a gift in your Will. The right option will depend on your wishes and personal circumstances.
A percentage
You can leave a percentage of the residue of your estate after providing for family, loved ones and other commitments.
A percentage gift keeps pace with changes in the value of your estate and can be as large or small as you choose.
A specific amount
You can leave a nominated sum of money to Life Education Trust Canterbury.
You may wish to review this amount periodically to ensure it continues to reflect your intentions.
A specific asset
You can leave a particular asset, such as shares or property, to Life Education Trust Canterbury.
Specific assets can require careful consideration, so we encourage you to discuss this option with your solicitor.
Independent advice matters. Whatever option you choose, we recommend seeking independent legal advice to ensure your Will properly reflects your wishes.
Getting started
Making or updating your Will
Plan with confidence
A Will is one of the most important ways to protect the people you care about and ensure your wishes are clearly understood.
You can create or update your Will with a solicitor. This may be particularly appropriate if your circumstances involve trusts, business interests, overseas assets, blended family arrangements or other complexities.
For a relatively straightforward Will, you may prefer the convenience of an online Will-writing platform.
Both approaches are valid. The right option is the one that suits your needs and gives you confidence that your wishes have been recorded properly.
Life Education Trust Canterbury does not provide legal advice. We encourage you to seek independent advice and review your Will whenever your personal or family circumstances change.
Create your Will online for free
Life Education Trust Canterbury has partnered with EveryWill to give supporters access to a simple online Will-writing service.
With EveryWill, you can:
- Follow an easy, step-by-step process
- Create a straightforward Will in around 20 minutes
- Make unlimited updates for life
- Choose whether you would like to include a charitable gift
You are under no obligation to include a gift to Life Education Trust Canterbury when using the service.
For your solicitor
Suggested wording for your Will
If you decide to include a gift to Life Education Trust Canterbury, we recommend discussing your wishes with your solicitor.
Your solicitor can help adapt this wording to reflect the type of gift you would like to leave and your individual circumstances.
I give to Life Education Trust Canterbury, (CC21899) a XX (insert gift details) for its general purposes.
A personal conversation
Talk to Michael
We understand that making or updating a Will can involve important personal and family decisions.
If you would like more information or simply want to have a confidential, pressure-free conversation about leaving a gift, Michael would be very happy to hear from you.
Michael StanleyTrust ManagerLife Education Trust Canterbury+64 27 354 6892michael.stanley@lifeed.org.nz
Questions and answers
Frequently asked questions
Why do I need a Will?
A Will is one of the most important ways to protect the people you love and ensure your wishes are clearly understood. It allows you to decide how your assets will be distributed and who will manage your estate.
Creating a Will can also give you the opportunity to support a cause that matters to you after providing for family and friends.
How do I make or update a Will?
You can create or update your Will through a solicitor. If your circumstances are relatively straightforward, you may prefer to use Life Education Trust Canterbury’s online Will service provided through EveryWill.
We encourage you to seek independent legal advice and choose the option that is appropriate for your circumstances.
What is the difference between an online Will and a solicitor-drafted Will?
An online Will can be a simple and convenient option for people with relatively straightforward circumstances.
If your circumstances involve trusts, business interests, overseas assets, blended family arrangements or other complexities, you may wish to work directly with a solicitor.
EveryWill can help guide you through its process and determine whether its online service is appropriate for your circumstances.
What should I consider before writing my Will?
Before writing your Will, it can help to think about:
- The people and loved ones you would like to provide for
- Who you would like to appoint as your executor
- Guardianship arrangements for children
- Care arrangements for pets
- How you would like your assets to be distributed
- Whether you would like to support a cause that is important to you
Why do people leave gifts to Life Education Trust Canterbury?
Many supporters want to ensure future generations of Canterbury tamariki continue to have access to engaging health, wellbeing and life skills education.
Others have fond memories of Harold and Life Education and want to help future generations enjoy the same opportunities.
A gift in your Will is a lasting way to support this work beyond your lifetime.
What types of gifts can I leave?
You can choose to leave:
- A percentage of the residue of your estate
- A specific sum of money
- A specific asset
Your solicitor can help you determine which option best reflects your wishes and circumstances.
What wording should I use?
We recommend discussing your wishes with your solicitor.
The approved suggested wording is:
“I give to Life Education Trust Canterbury, (CC21899) a XX (insert gift details) for its general purposes.”
If you use EveryWill, guidance is also available during the online Will-writing process.
Do I have to tell Life Education Trust Canterbury about my gift?
No. Your Will is personal and private, and there is no obligation to tell us.
If you choose to let us know, we would welcome the opportunity to thank you, keep you connected with our work and ensure we understand and respect your wishes.
Can I change my mind?
Yes. You can change or update your Will at any time, provided you have the legal capacity to do so.
We recommend reviewing your Will when your personal, financial or family circumstances change.
Your legacy
Help future generations of Canterbury tamariki thrive
After caring for the people you love, a gift in your Will can help Life Education continue empowering tamariki with the knowledge and confidence to make healthy choices.
However you choose to support us, thank you for caring about the future of Canterbury children.