{"id":1584,"date":"2025-02-19T16:01:53","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T05:01:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/educateplus-nsw-act\/?post_type=article&p=1584"},"modified":"2025-02-21T13:16:38","modified_gmt":"2025-02-21T02:16:38","slug":"the-transformative-power-of-a-bequest-program","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/educateplus-nsw-act\/article\/the-transformative-power-of-a-bequest-program\/","title":{"rendered":"The Transformative Power of a Bequest Program"},"content":{"rendered":"
\nArticle provided by Jackie Dalton<\/a>, Director of Philanthropy, Frensham Schools\u00a0<\/strong><\/h5>\n

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Among the myriad Fundraising options available to institutions, a Bequest Program undoubtedly offers the highest Return on Investment (ROI). <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It is an essential cornerstone for securing an institution’s future, yet it remains underutilised in many institutions, particularly girls’ schools. Boys\u2019 schools often recognise the strategic importance of dedicating a full-time role to cultivating bequests; this focus is a model that I believe should be adopted widely.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

At Frensham Schools, our bequest program, <\/span>The Winifred West Legacy<\/span><\/i>, has delivered unparalleled results. Over the past two years, this program has achieved an astonishing ROI of 6,000%. Yes, you read that correctly\u20146,000%. This extraordinary figure underscores the transformative power of a Bequest Program.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It acknowledges the foresight of those who include Frensham in their Will and brings them together through meaningful stewardship, including our annual lunch for Custodians. These events celebrate the shared vision of leaving a lasting legacy, while deepening the connection between our Custodians and our school.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bequests often focus on two vital areas:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n