Leaving a Gift in your Will
None of us likes to spend time thinking about wills. We put off arranging them and updating them. However, as well as being important to ensure our wishes are carried out, it is an opportunity to help others.
Leaving a gift in your will to New Forest Disability Information Service enables us to look to the future, helping to ensure our charity will be here to support local families.
A legacy of any size will help us support local families
No matter the size of your gift, your kindness and generosity will enable New Forest Disability to make a difference to many people and their families.
We provide support to those of any age, affected by any disability across the New Forest area. We also deliver essential outreach services and a range of community projects in response to the needs of some of our most vulnerable residents. Voluntary donations play an important part in our ability to continue to provide these services.
Thank you for whatever you can give.
Types of legacy
There are three main types of gifts that you could leave in your will:
Residuary Gift
A percentage of what remains in your estate after all specific gifts, debts, and taxes are settled. This is the most inflation-proof option.
Pecuniary Gift
A fixed, specified sum of cash. Its real-world purchasing value can reduce over time due to inflation.
Specific Gift
A named physical asset, such as a piece of property, jewellery, land, or specific company shares.
How to leave a gift in your will
Many people put off writing their will as they expect it to be complicated. However, in reality, it is relatively simple, and a legal adviser such as a solicitor or will writer can guide you through the process.
If you already have your will in place, this can easily be updated by the addition of a codicil, which will be added as an amendment.
Before you begin, it is recommended that:
- You make a list of everything you own, including property, money, shares, investments, life insurance policies, and all your valuables and possessions
- Work out the value of these assets
- Decide who should benefit from your estate, for example, family, friends, charities
- Decide who to appoint as your executor(s).
If you would like to support us, you will need to quote the following information:
Name of charity: New Forest Disability Information Service
Address: 6-8 Osborne Road, New Milton, BH25 6AD
Registered Charity Number: 1104589.