Leave a Bequest

In 1928 the first aircraft of the Royal Flying Doctor service, named 'Victory' took to the skies. This was made possible through the generous contribution of a Gift in the Will of Hugh Victor McKay. 

From this one Gift, the RFDS has grown from one plane, one pilot and one doctor, to a national service with 79 planes, 115 road service vehicles and 1400 professionals delivering emergency medical and primary health services.

Today, Gifts in Wills to the Flying Doctors are one of our greatest source of funding. The generosity of our loyal supporters make it possible for us to provide medical care and attention to those who need it wherever they are. 

As we look to the future, the needs will continue to grow in both the services we provide and the way in which they are delivered. A Gift in your Will to the RFDS will allow us to continue our life-changing primary health care, emergency retrieval and patient transport services. 

Whether large or small, every Gift is greatly valued because it will help us have a positive impact on someone's life and in doing so provide the greatest gift.

Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia

If you would prefer for your bequest to be used nationwide, then address it to the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia, Level 2, 10-12 Brisbane Ave Barton ACT 2600, (02) 6269 5500, ABN 74 438 059 643, Contact: Melissa Perkins on enquiries@rfds.org.au

All bequests to the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia are distributed evenly to every RFDS Section across the country, with no donated funds retained by the Canberra Office.

Where your legacy goes

Funding is always needed to purchase vital medical equipment, keep the doctor flying and provide essential health services.

By leaving a bequest, you enable aircraft to be equipped and maintained during its 20 years of service, then upgraded as and when required, as well as support our many services. You will help save lives.