JOIN THE ANIMALS IN SCIENCE CUSTODIANS

Leaving a bequest to NZAVS is one of the most meaningful and powerful ways to support an end to animal testing in New Zealand.

As a charity, we rely solely on donations and legacies to be able to continue our work in ending animal experimentation.

Some might find it uncomfortable to talk about bequests, as it has to do with death. But in actual fact, bequest conversations are all about life, your life right now in its fullest glory. Leaving a gift in your will for a cause you care about is all about letting your values live on long after you’ve gone.

Leaving a bequest gives you peace of mind that the injustices you fought in your lifetime, will continue to be fought. Your commitment to defending animals carries on in perpetuity. Your legacy is one of compassion and positive changes for animals, people and science.

An undying commitment to end animal experimentation.

“We are leaving a gift in our wills to NZAVS because animals used in science, teaching and research are often the overlooked area of animal welfare and yet millions of sentient beings are used worldwide every year. In New Zealand, NZAVS is the only organisation that works exclusively on behalf of animals used in science, and it would be wonderful if New Zealand yet again showed the world “what’s right”. C’mon New Zealand, lead the way again.”

- Annette & Chris Schnack

LET YOUR VALUES LIVE ON LONG AFTER YOU HAVE GONE

Make your own personal mark on the future of animals by continuing to support a cause you believe in, a cause that best expresses your values. So many Kiwis do not have a will, which could mean potentially a lifetime of good intention, compassion and dedication to animals has been lost.

Creating a will is easy and we do recommend talking to a solicitor or a trustee company before you make a will or change your current one to include a provision like the example text below:

Leaving assets or money to NZAVS:

I leave to the New Zealand Anti-Vivisection Society (Inc.): (Description of assets or amount) absolutely for the general purposes of the said society and I direct that the receipt of the treasurer or other duly authorised officer shall be a sufficient discharge to my executors.

Leaving an estate to NZAVS:

I leave to the New Zealand Anti-Vivisection Society (Inc.): (Proportion of estate or residue) for its general purposes and I direct that the receipt of the treasurer or other duly authorised officer shall be a sufficient discharge to my executors.

Legal Name: The New Zealand Anti-Vivisection Society (Inc), also known as NZAVS.

Charity registration number: CC58881

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Including NZAVS in your Will is a deeply personal decision, reflecting your commitment to a world free from animal experimentation. This powerful act supports our mission to ensure that animals are treated with compassion and respect, helping to end their suffering in scientific experiments.

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Note: NZAVS advises consulting with a professional legal advisor when creating or updating your Will. The information provided here is intended for general guidance and should not be regarded as legal advice.