For more than four decades, Women and the Australian Church Inc. (WATAC) has stood as a bold voice for equality, justice, and compassion in the Catholic Church and beyond. Together, we’ve celebrated women’s leadership, challenged unjust structures, and nurtured a vision of faith that is inclusive, prophetic, and life-giving.
Many of us joined WATAC because we believe the Church — and the world — can be more just. We’ve shared prayers and protests, ideas and inspiration. And while none of us can predict the future, we
can help shape it.
One of the most powerful ways to ensure WATAC’s mission continues is by remembering us in your Will. A bequest, no matter the size, is a gift that keeps the flame of feminist faith alive for future generations.
Your legacy could:
- Support programs that amplify women’s voices in the Church.
- Fund scholarships and opportunities for emerging feminist theologians.
- Resource advocacy that brings justice to the margins.
- Keep the WATAC network thriving for decades to come.
How to Include WATAC in Your Will
We understand that writing a Will is deeply personal. The most important thing is your peace of mind, so we encourage you to seek professional legal advice.
Below is
approved wording you can use when including WATAC in your Will.
Option 1: Percentage of your estate after providing for loved ones
“I give to WATAC Inc. (Women and the Australian Church Inc) (ABN 83 850 328 569), for its general purposes, free of all duties, _____ % of my residuary estate for which an authorised receipt from WATAC Inc. (Women and the Australian Church Inc) will be a sufficient discharge for the executor(s) or trustee without having to see to its application.”
Option 2: What’s left over after providing for loved ones
“I give to WATAC Inc. (Women and the Australian Church Inc.) (ABN 83 850 328 569), for its general purposes, free of all duties, the whole of the residue of my estate for which an authorised receipt from WATAC Inc. (Women and the Australian Church Inc.) will be a sufficient discharge for the executor(s) or trustee without having to see to its application.”
Option 3: Specific sum
“I give to WATAC Inc. (Women and the Australian Church Inc.) (ABN 83 850 328 569), for its general purposes, free of all duties, the sum of $_____ for which an authorised receipt from WATAC Inc. will be a sufficient discharge for the executor(s) or trustee without having to see to its application.”
Option 4: Specific item
“I give to WATAC Inc. (Women and the Australian Church Inc.) (ABN 83 850 328 569), for its general purposes, free of all duties, my _____ (item to be described in detail) for which an authorised receipt from WATAC Inc. will be a sufficient discharge for the executor(s) or trustee.”
If you have already included WATAC in your Will — or are considering it — thank you. If you feel comfortable letting us know, we would love the opportunity to acknowledge your generosity and keep you informed about the future you are helping to create.
