Different types of gifts you can make in your will Including a gift in your will is very straightforward. First you need to decide what type of gift you would like to leave Expand Residuary giftThis is when, after you have made specific and monetary gifts, a percentage is left to one or more individuals or charities. As it is a percentage it ensures that your loved ones are taken care of and you won’t have to keep changing your Will as circumstances change. This is a particularly popular way to leave a gift to a charity. Suggested wording: I give ……. per cent (…….%) of the residue of my real and personal estate to Support Dogs of 21 Jessops Riverside, Sheffield, S9 2RX (registered charity Number: 1088281) and the receipt of a duly authorised officer for the time being of Support Dogs shall be sufficient discharge for my executors. Cash giftThis is when you state a specific amount of money, for example £5,000. It is also known as a pecuniary gift. Suggested wording: I give ……. pounds (£…….) to Support Dogs of 21 Jessops Riverside, Brightside Lane, Sheffield, S9 2RX (registered charity number 1088281) and the receipt of a duly authorised officer for the time being of Support Dogs shall be sufficient discharge for my executors.
Further advice and will writing providers There are a number of sources you can go for further information about will writing. Support Dogs is also supported by a number of law firms who offer discounts to help our supporters make or update a will Expand McClure Solicitors Support Dogs have partnered with McClure Solicitors to offer you a free will service.You can get your will done free of charge, whether your circumstances are simple or complex. All they ask is that you consider making a donation of any size to Support Dogs. A will usually costs around £150 for a single client and £240 for a couple. For more details call McClure Solicitors on Freephone 0800 852 1999 or email [email protected]Remember a CharitySupport Dogs are member of the Remember a Charity campaign, to highlight the important and impact of charitable gifts in wills.You can cick here to visit the Remember A Charity website to find a solicitor in your local area, who will be able to advise you on leaving gifts to charities when making a will.