{"id":53388,"date":"2024-06-25T13:44:37","date_gmt":"2024-06-25T05:44:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www-dev.greenpeace.org\/malaysia\/?page_id=53388"},"modified":"2025-07-01T18:31:46","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T10:31:46","slug":"leave-a-legacy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.greenpeace.org\/malaysia\/act\/fundraising\/leave-a-legacy\/","title":{"rendered":"Leave a Legacy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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The story of Greenpeace Malaysia is one of hope. It is the story of the remarkable impact ordinary people have in the world when they stand together to protect and uphold what is most precious \u2013 the health of our shared planet and the life that exists on it, in all its forms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Leaving a gift in your Will to Greenpeace Malaysia is a way to put your beliefs into action long after your lifetime. Any gift, large or small, will help our shared work to create a more green and peaceful future.<\/p>\n\n

Together, we have already achieved so much. We\u2019ve stood up for Malaysians’ right to clean air. We are demanding a Global Plastic Treaty that will keep oil and gas used to produce plastic in the ground and put an end to big polluters\u2019 relentless plastic production.<\/p>\n\n

There is still so much to do to defend our oceans, protect rainforests, and promote renewable energy. Leaving a legacy, large or small, will help our work. Greenpeace never accepts money from governments or corporations, it\u2019s this fierce independence that means we will use your legacy gift to hold those whose policies or actions pose grave environmental threats to account and advocate for the solutions our planet urgently needs whenever and wherever it\u2019s needed most. <\/p>\n\n

A gift in your Will to Greenpeace Malaysia is a gift that will help take care of our oceans, our land and our people for years to come \u2013 it is your unique contribution to looking after the planet for many future generations to come.<\/p>\n\n

Why consider a legacy gift?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
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Lasting impact<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Choosing to remember Greenpeace Malaysia with a donation in your Will is the perfect way to let your care and compassion for nature continue in years to come.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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After your lifetime, it\u2019s possible to make a more significant gift than you might otherwise not be able to afford.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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By including Greenpeace Malaysia in your will, you inspire others to join in safeguarding Malaysia’s natural heritage for future generations,<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Ways to leave a legacy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Greenpeace Esperanza crew members form hearts with their hands to say ‘Goodbye and Thank You’ to supporters. The crew has been in the Indian Ocean to peacefully tackle unsustainable fishing.
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Cash gift<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A specific sum of money can be bequeathed to Greenpeace, which can be used to support various campaigns and projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Greenpeace Slovakia activists and forest experts visit the High and Low Tatras to witness the no-impact zones where forests and biodiversity can regenerate itself if left untouch, but on the other hand, some destruction that can be made by salvage cutting and clear cuts. Activists ended the 3-day expedition in Carpathians holding a protest in Dem\u00e4novsk\u00e1 valley – the most known destruction site in Slovakia.
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Property assets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Leaving property, such as real estate or personal assets, can provide significant resources, either through direct use or sale of the property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The action of Greenpeace Russia dedicated to the launch of the petition for renewable energy development. The photo was taken at the Kochubeevskaya wind farm in the Stavropol region. The green sign on the door with the word “Exit”, which in Russia is usually set inside buildings according to fire safety regulations, symbolizes the need for urgent action that will lead us to a greener future and prevent further warming of the planet. Like the green colour of the sign, the way out when the planet is on fire should only be green: it must be focused on the development of renewable energy.
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Shares or bonds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Donating shares or bonds to Greenpeace Malaysia can provide financial support while potentially offering tax benefits to your estate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The winter of 2015\/ 2016 represents a record low for the yearly maximum extent of sea ice across the whole Arctic region. In Svalbard, the fjords would usually be partially covered with sea ice, but this winter most of the archipelago is surrounded by open water. Greenpeace, which traveled to the region during this important time, found very few patches of fast ice around the coastline. Local guides who lived on Svalbard and who joined the expedition, were surprised to see so little sea ice cover compared with previous years. Ringed seals require good sea ice to raise their young at this time of year and polar bears newly emerged from their dens, rely on healthy sea ice cover on which to hunt the seals.
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Establishing a trust fund allows for the ongoing support of Greenpeace, with funds being distributed over time according to your wishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Smoke from smouldering fires obscures an excavator digging a peatland drainage canal in the PT Rokan Adiraya Plantation oil palm plantation near Sontang village in Rokan Hulu.
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Insurance policies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can name Greenpeace Malaysia as a beneficiary of your life insurance policy, ensuring proceeds go to support our initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Types of Legacy Gift<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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A percentage<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is often regarded as the most flexible way to give as you don\u2019t have to adjust the value of your gift to account for inflation, or changes to your total assets. It can be a percentage of your whole estate or of you residue (residual gift).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A residual gift<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is a gift of whatever is left in your Estate after you have taken care of your loved ones. A residual estate is the portion of your estate that remains after specific gifts and requests have been made and all estate claims have been satisfied. A lot of our supporters decided to leave the whole or a percentage of the residue of their estate to Greenpeace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Leaving a specific sum; this type of bequest may need to be changed over the years to account for inflation and changes to your circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Promise to You<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
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Your legacy will help Greenpeace Malaysia continue the valuable environmental wins we\u2019ve made over the last decade in Malaysia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Your privacy is priceless and your Will is treated with the utmost confidentiality. But, if you prefer, we would like to acknowledge the generosity of your donation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We value and respect the way and time in which you would like to make your bequest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Your bequest to Greenpeace Malaysia can be anonymous but if you do inform us, we will share useful insights into our areas of our work that would interest you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Frequently asked questions<\/h2><\/header>
How do I write a Will?<\/div>

To write a Will, you will need to comply with the Malaysian laws for it to be legal. To be sure that your wishes are met, it is advisable to seek legal advice when preparing your Will.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

Can I leave a gift and still make sure my family and loved ones are cared for?<\/div>

A residual gift is the perfect charitable bequest to ensure that your loved ones are cared for before you leave a gift to Greenpeace.

A residue is a gift of whatever is left in your Estate after you have taken care of your loved ones. It is the portion of the individual\u2019s estate that remains after specific gifts and requests have been made, and all Estate claims have been satisfied. With a Residual Gift, family and friends come first.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

Can I change my mind about my legacy gift to Greenpeace Malaysia?<\/div>

Yes, you have the freedom to change your mind about your legacy gift at any time by updating your will to reflect your current wishes and circumstances.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

I don\u2019t have a lot of money, can I still leave a gift to Greenpeace Malaysia?<\/div>

Every gift is meaningful. The value of the gift is not important, but the value of your legacy is. The sum of every little gift is sufficient to plan a new campaign. But more importantly, the gift is a part of your legacy; it illustrates your values and ideals.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

What will Greenpeace Malaysia do with my gift?<\/div>

Leaving a gift in your Will to Greenpeace Malaysia is a way to put your beliefs into action. Any gift that you choose to leave, large or small, supports our work for years to come, making sure your ideals live on. Your gift will allow us to plan for many successful campaigns and actions.<\/p>Learn more about our work<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n

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We\u2019d love to hear from you!<\/h2>\n\n

If you have any questions or would like to have a confidential, no-obligation chat about leaving a gift or what it could help achieve, please get in touch with our Major Giving team, Amit Kaushik – amit.kaushik@greenpeace.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n

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