An Enduring Legacy,
100 Years On
Legacy was founded in 1923 on a simple promise from one digger to another – to “look after the family.”
Rosemary has a long and storied history in the Australian war effort. During World War I, soldiers would often carry sprigs of rosemary as a symbol of remembrance for their fallen comrades.
This tradition continues today, with rosemary being used as a symbol of remembrance on Anzac Day. Leading up to and on Anzac Day, Legacy distributes rosemary to the public as a symbol of remembrance.
Today, Legacy supports 40,000 partners and children of veterans who gave their lives or health serving our country – but we can’t do it without help from people like you.
Our Enduring Impact
Relieving financial hardship
We ensure beneficiaries receive government benefits or pensions they are entitled to. If needed, we will provide a one-off payment to assist during an emergency. We ensure beneficiaries can access health and medical support, and live independently.
Social connection services
We strive to ensure that no person faces social isolation. We have Clubs, local events, holidays, and camps where widows, children and families can come together to bond and create friendships.
Providing developmental opportunities
We have a long history of nurturing the development of children through: grants and scholarships; mentoring programs for children that assist with education and life choices; adventure activities and holiday camps.
Our Journey
assisting returned veterans to find work. Months later, Captain Stanley Savige started Legacy in Melbourne.
for the widows and children of soldiers who did not return.
Today, this appeal is known as Legacy Week.
more than the number who served overseas from 1950 to 1990.
Legacy cares for and supports families who are suffering from the effects of this condition and other mental health illnesses.
