Legacy

Leaving a bequest in your Will is a powerful means by which to make a difference beyond your lifetime.

Leaving a bequest to Lowther Hall is a meaningful way to support future generations of students, ensuring they receive an exceptional education. With a proud tradition of empowering girls through scholarships and enriching resources, we are committed to providing a broad and rigorous curriculum that nurtures the whole person for the whole of life. Your generosity helps sustain this legacy for years to come.

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There are those of us who love the School and are passionate about sustaining the values, heritage and commitment to a leading-edge education for girls. A bequest provides a tangible means for each of us to do our part to keep that passion and our vision for the School alive.

Leaving your Legacy

From the very beginning, Lowther Hall has been a community of great generosity, with people of foresight seeking to resource the future with gifts both small and large.

Indeed, our Mansion building (Earlsbrae Hall) was in part gifted to the Anglican Church by Edward Cole in 1919, through a provision in his Will. It was this generosity that enabled Archbishop Henry Lowther Clarke to realise his vision for an Anglican Girls’ School in Essendon.
This tradition of giving has been a wonderful reflection of the School’s motto, Non Nobis Solum, not for ourselves alone, which lies at the heart of Lowther Hall’s ethos and values.
A bequest through a Will is a considered and deeply personal action which reflects your beliefs and life values. It provides an opportunity to reflect on the fond memories, relationships and causes that are important to you.
After you have made provision for your family and loved ones, there are a number of ways (listed in this brochure) that you can leave a lasting gift for girls’ education at Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School.

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The Lowther Hall Society

The Lowther Hall Society honours and recognises those special members of our community who during their lifetime have chosen to leave a bequest in their Will in support of the School.

Members of the Lowther Hall Society share a very special bond, not only with each other but with the School, and maintain an ongoing connection with us through regular personalised invitations to events and activities. Their generosity is recognised on an honour board in the Mansion which holds the names of individuals who have informed us of their intention to remember Lowther Hall through a bequest.

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Where will you direct your gift?

Bequests can be directed to the School's Trust Funds. They provide essential support for Lowther Hall’s growth and sustainability. Contributions help fund new facilities, enhance learning resources, secure the school’s long-term future, and provide life-changing opportunities for students through scholarships.
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Lowther Hall and Earlsbrae Building Trust

A bequest to the Lowther Hall and Earlsbrae Building Trust helps to fund important capital works and infrastructure and provides Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School the opportunity to offer a modern and purpose-built learning environment. Donations to this fund are tax-deductible.

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Lowther Hall Foundation and Endowment Trust

A bequest to the Lowther Hall Foundation and Endowment Trust will enable the School to apply funds to areas of greatest need and is an investment into the long-term future of Lowther Hall. Gifts made to the endowment trust are invested and the interest generated from these investments is used for projects at the School, as identified through the Strategic Plan. Donations to this fund are tax-deductible.

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Lowther Hall Scholarship Trust 

A bequest to the Lowther Hall Scholarship Trust will enable us to continue to offer vital scholarships that attract a range of motivated and talented students. A key direction highlighted in our Strategic Plan is a range of scholarships to be offered to indigenous students and students from refugee backgrounds. Donations to this fund are tax-deductible.

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Lowther Hall Library Trust

A donation to the Lowther Hall Library Trust will ensure that students of all ages have access to not only the latest and most up-to-date books, but resources and research tools that service the provision of education across the wide range of subjects offered at Lowther Hall. This includes resources required for Science, Food Studies, and Visual Arts. Donations to this fund are tax-deductible.

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Lowther Hall Education and Awards Trust

A bequest to the Lowther Hall Education and Awards Trust ensures the continuation and ongoing commitment of the School to recognise, reward and support girls who exhibit exceptional effort, service and/or academic merit at a variety of year levels.

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How to make a bequest

There are a number of ways you can make a bequest to Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School.

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Decide what type of bequest you would like to make

A residual bequest – after you have made provisions for your family and loved ones, a percentage of the residual amount can be directed to Lowther Hall.
A specific bequest – a specific bequest, such as money, property or shares.
Gifts in Kind – Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School will gratefully receive a range of non-monetary gifts, commonly referred to as Gifts in Kind. Examples of gifts in kind include real estate, artwork, special equipment and other tangible personal property.

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Make an informed decision

Certain types of bequests may be subject to additional taxes on your estate and should be considered when preparing a Will. We would be pleased to discuss with you or your solicitor when considering a bequest of this nature.
If you would like to leave a gift in your Will to Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School, we have provided the following clauses in the next steps for your consideration. It is recommended that you seek independent legal advice when drafting your Will as tax among other things may need to be considered depending on the recipient and the assets bequeathed.

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Bequest to a specific fund or give an unrestricted bequest

If you would like to leave a gift in your Will to Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School, we have sample clauses available for your consideration.

Please notify the School of your Bequest and/or direct any questions to the Bequest Officer on 9325 5000.
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Bequests: a Legacy for Life

Our Bequest Brochure provides detailed information on how to include Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School in your Will, the impact of your generosity, and our school’s rich history of philanthropy. We invite you to explore the brochure to learn more about the ways your legacy can support scholarships, facilities, and programs that empower the young women of tomorrow.

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Established in 2008, the main function of the Foundation is to preserve, improve and develop the standards, services…
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Significant and lasting legacies

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02 Jan, 2024

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A significant and lasting legacy: The Mary Thurman Recital Space

To truly appreciate and understand the impact that a bequest can have for the School one only has to look at the Mary Thurman Recital Space.

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Legacy of Learning: A bequest boost for our Scholarship Fund

Reverend Dr Helen Granowski devoted her life to the service of education. 

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The Official Opening of Blinkbonnie House and Dedication of The Mary Thurman Recital Space

Last Friday evening we had the great pleasure of officially opening our new Blinkbonnie House, and Mary Thurman Recital Space! We were delighted to have Mrs H…

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Learn more about philanthropy at Lowther Hall by visiting our Donations page, or explore how Bequests can leave a lasting legacy for generations to come. Click the links to discover how you can make a meaningful impact.
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Donations

Donations to Lowther Hall play a crucial role in enhancing the educational experience for our students. The generosity of our community supports scholarships, facilities, and special programs that help shape the future of Lowther Ha

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Join the Lowther Hall Foundation

Once donors have contributed over $5,000 to the School, they become members of the Lowther Hall Foundation: an association of 350 individuals who philanthropically support the School to ensure the very best learning

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