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» How can I make a difference?

Please join us in supporting our mission to provide current and future scholars with the best facilities in a world-class university. Your generous support will ensure that generations of students, teaching staff and researchers will benefit from enduring investments in:
  • Resources to support our state-of-the-art teaching and learning
  • Existing buildings, some of which are of great historical significance
  • Student support through scholarships
  • Innovative programs and research
Please download the Bequest Brochure (PDF) for more information.

» Why are bequests so important?

Photo of Margaret DaveyThe generosity of our donors and bequestors directly enhances the lives of our students. For example, a generous bequest from an Adelaide family with a distinguished reputation in obstetrics is helping to give children a healthy start to life. Read more >>

» Who can I talk to about bequests?

Photo of Sue Fox, Planned Giving OfficerIf you wish to discuss the leaving of a bequest to the University of Adelaide, please contact our Planned Giving Officer, Sue Fox, by phone +61 8 8313 3234 or email susan.fox@adelaide.edu.au.

You can be assured that any discussion will be treated discreetly and with the strictest of confidence.

» What is the Hughes Bequest Society?

The University of Adelaide greatly appreciates the generosity of friends and alumni who remember the University in their will, and has established the Hughes Bequest Society to recognise their very special contributions.

Named in honour of Sir Walter Watson Hughes, the Society recognises the enduring and visionary support of these benefactors within their own lifetime. Click here to find out more and read a Message from the Chairperson>>

» Where can I get more information?

If you have any questions, please call our Planned Giving Officer, Sue Fox, on +61 8 8313 3234 or feel free to email her susan.fox@adelaide.edu.au.