Tertiary Students Christian Fellowship is working towards seeing the gospel at the heart of New Zealand, and New Zealand at the heart of world mission.
Today, TSCF does this by assisting students in their witness and encouraging students to apply the Bible to every aspect of life. We are seeking to develop mature Kiwi and international graduates who will impact the marketplace, ministry and mission with the gospel.
Looking to the future, we are excited about the contribution strong and thriving student groups can make to the nation's social, educational, political, economic and spiritual health. We are passionate about reaching new generations with the gospel at one of the most open time in their lives. We are excited about the increasing impact graduates can have in the New Zealand marketplace. We also see huge opportunities for the gospel as international graduates return home. We believe bequests will be a significant way of maximising the gospel opportunities ahead of us.
What is a Bequest?
A bequest is a gift of cash or assets included in your will and is also known as a legacy. A bequest represents our final opportunity to invest in God's work on earth.
Why make a Bequest?
A bequest is a unique opportunity to invest in the work of the gospel in a greater way than you’ve been able to do in your lifetime. Many of us wish we could give more in our lifetime to help win, disciple and send students for Christ. A bequest helps to make this possible. Obviously there are many different calls on what we leave, but we hope that some will seriously consider making a significant impact on the coming generations through including TSCF in their will.
Why give a Bequest to TSCF?
For over seventy years, Tertiary Students Christian Fellowship has been working on university campuses throughout New Zealand. TSCF is nationally known and widely respected by church leaders, chaplains, academics, graduates and current students for the credibility and impact of its ongoing work.
Your generosity will assist TSCF to equip students throughout New Zealand and around the world to be true witnesses, living and sharing the gospel on their campuses. The result will be students coming to Christ from Cape Reinga to Invercargill, from Asia to Africa.
Your gift will play a tangible part in helping TSCF develop the coming generations of students throughout New Zealand to apply the Bible to the whole of life; students who can relate the gospel to their studies.
Your support will help TSCF produce graduates of significance, whose lives of gospel integrity and maturity impact the marketplace throughout New Zealand and around the globe.
Your backing will be felt around the world as TSCF equips international students to return home with gospel-shaped purpose. We seek to enable students to head into cross-cultural settings in both New Zealand and abroad, to live and speak the gospel.
What will your Bequest be used for?
Every bequest we receive makes a significant difference to the support we give Christian students in their witness for Christ. A bequest to TSCF with no restrictions as to its use allows maximum flexibility. It will be used where it will make the most long-term strategic difference to seeing the gospel at the heart of New Zealand. Bequests given to fund the work in a particular area of the country or a specific aspect of the work will only be used for that purpose. Nigel Pollock (National Director) or Val Goold (Head of Student Ministries) would be happy to answer any questions you have in this regard.
Do I need to contact a Solicitor to leave a bequest?
We think it is good practice for all Christians young and old to have wills made, so people understand clearly what we want done with the assets God blesses us with. When you make a will, it is recommended that you contact a solicitor or the Public Trust. It is also important you have a will so that your affairs can be settled quickly and efficiently, making the process easier for your next of kin.
How can I leave a bequest to TSCF in my will?
There are several ways to make a gift in your will to TSCF.
The simplest way is to leave a nominated percentage of your estate to TSCF.
Another way is to leave a specific gift to TSCF. This can be a sum of money, real estate, shares, bonds or another such gift that you may wish to nominate.
Or, you may prefer to leave TSCF a 'residue' gift. After providing for your family you can nominate that you want to leave part of what is left of your estate to TSCF.
What do I do next?
If you have never made a will before, you may find it helpful to read the brochure published by the Public Trust.
If you already have a will and simply want to amend it to include a bequest to TSCF, you can add in another paragraph to what is already there - it will only take your solicitor a few minutes to do this.
If you would like to discuss your options further, Ric Foxley (Supporter Relations Manager) would be happy to hear from you.