With your help, Legacy keeps looking after them
A message from Legacy
The first week of September marked Legacy Week, the organisation’s biggest annual fundraising initiative.
The ADF once again extended its generous support, with members across the country volunteering their time to help raise funds. Uniformed members were out selling Legacy badges and bears, and collecting donations from the public – all of which will go to the families of our veterans.
We want to say a big thank you to all the ADF volunteers – we couldn’t have done it without you!
Legacy also recently hosted a week-long camp at Wombaroo for 38 Legacy kids, giving veterans’ children across NSW a chance to get together and participate in adventure activities, including canoeing, cycling and a high ropes course. Simultaneously, their parents and carers enjoyed some respite from the daily grind at Moss Vale House, which included accommodation, meals and activities, such as yoga.
Since 1923, Legacy has been supporting the partners and children of Australian veterans who have given their lives or health for our country. We currently care for more than 30,000 beneficiaries, including 1,400 children and youth (0-26 years old) and 900 beneficiaries with a disability.
Legacy believes no dependant of a veteran should suffer financial or social disadvantage because of their loved one’s death or injury from service. We are here to provide practical, emotional and social support, including relief from financial hardship, and developmental opportunities.
Most of Legacy’s services are delivered by volunteers known as ‘Legatees.’ Many Legatees are veterans themselves who use their military service values, empathy and practical life skills to care for Legacy families. They are the backbone of our organisation.
If you are interested in supporting our veterans’ families as a Legatee or wish to learn more, register your interest online or contact your local club for more information.
Do you or someone you know need support? Legacy is always here to help. Visit www.legacy.com.au or call 1800 LEGACY to speak with a staff member.
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ADF volunteers at the Sydney Legacy office during Legacy Week
Legacy juniors at Camp Wombaroo