Bequest to the Ocean
At Oceanic Research Institute, we seek out the impacts of climate change, for the benefit of clean energy, healthy oceans, and sustainable research.
Here’s how you can help us.

Leaving an Ocean Legacy for Future Generations
How to make a bequest to the Oceanic Research Institute in your Will
Types of gifts you may make in your Will
There are a number of types of gifts that you can make in your will. The type which you choose will ultimately depend on your individual circumstances. Again, we recommend that you seek professional advice from a solicitor in determining the type of gift to make in your will. Please see below a brief summary of the most common types of gifts.
Percentage
You can make an arrangement for a percentage of your entire estate, after all debts and expenses have been paid, to go to Oceanic Research Institute.
Set amount
For a specific amount of money (a pecuniary bequest) it is possible to ask for advice from us or choose an amount.
Specific Assets
In your will you can specify assets of value such as real estate, shares and life insurance funds to be bequeathed to Oceanic Research Institute.
Whole estate
You can leave your entire estate to Oceanic Research Institute.
Choose a Focus area for your Bequest
Education
Australia is uniquely surrounded by four Ocean basins, each impacted by a major fluctuating climate oscillation, which together control all life on our island. Through our planned Ocean Literacy program, we hope that Australia’s millions of students will better understand the crucial role of a healthy Ocean in protecting their futures.
Communication
Jacques Cousteau was the first to introduce the Ocean worldwide in a long running TV underwater series, ending in 1977 with no replacement. Our proposed multi-media series filmed aboard Oceanic research vessels will capture the excitement. We plan to publish books and resource materials to help everyone better understand the Ocean.
Research
Oceanic Discovery Science with zero emission operations are planned to use fully sustainable wooden sailing vessels fitted with the latest scientific equipment. Partnering with the UN Decade of Ocean Science, our scientists have drafted more than a decade’s worth of research projects that we hope can begin once the Covid pandemic finally ends.