In WW1, a digger asked his mate in the trenches to look after the Mrs if anything happened to him. Legacy has built on this promise. Legacy is a group of caring individuals who support the spouse and kids of service men and women who die or become incapacitated.
Australian soldiers 1915
Legacy is a charity providing services to Australian families suffering financially and socially after the incapacitation or death of a spouse or parent. They support approximately 90,000 widows and 1,900 children and disabled dependants throughout Australia.
Legacy services are vast. They care for families, providing safety and security, relieving financial and educational hardship, advocating for pensions, combating isolation and providing respite. They particularly provide for and support children.
Australian soldiers 2013
New Legacy merchandise will be available on the streets during Legacy Week. Wristbands start from just $3 and badges from $5- $ 5000. The brand new $20 Badge features the camouflage colours for the Australian Army. This acknowledges the services of the Defence personnel from Iraq, East Timor and Afghanistan. Tri-Service bears are available for younger buyers.
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2014 marks the centenary of the start of World War I and this week is Legacy week. When you next see a stall outside your local shopping centre, spare a thought for our fallen heroes.
