leave a gift in your will
Your legacy could help save countless lives and protect future generations from sepsis.
Leaving a gift in your Will
Leaving a charitable gift in your Will is far simpler than many people realise. See below the different ways you can kindly make a difference.
Gifts in Wills to the UKST will allow our life-saving work to continue. It will also allow your generosity and compassion to live on – thereby saving potentially thousands of lives.
Dr Ron Daniels
Get your free Will writing guide
Ordering our guide is the perfect starting point for writing your Will. It includes tips and information on how to write or amend your Will, our Free Will Service and the different types of gifts you can pledge.
Create a free Will online
We’ve partnered with Farewill, one of the UK’s top Will writing specialists, to offer you free support with writing or updating your Will. It couldn’t be easier. You can write your Will in as little as 15 minutes online. You don’t have to leave us a gift to use the service but please consider us if you can.
Set up a free Will over the phone
You can arrange a call back if you’d prefer to write your free Will over the phone, and you’ll get dedicated professional support from Farewill.
Make a free Will with a solicitor
You can also create a free simple will with a local solicitor.
FAQs
Why should I make a Will?
By making your Will and keeping it up to date you can make sure that your affairs are in order and that your estate is dealt with as you would wish.
If you die without a Will, your estate may not go where you would have wished. Someone else will decide who gets your money, and in what shares.
How do I make a Will?
We always recommend that you ask a solicitor or other legally qualified professional to prepare your Will. To learn more about making and amending your Will visit gov.uk
To find a solicitor who can help you with making your Will, visit the Law Society’s Find a Solicitor website and use the quick search option “Wills and probate” to find your nearest solicitor.
Choosing a law firm that is a member of the Law Society’s Wills and Inheritance Quality Scheme means that your solicitor will meet the high standards for Wills and probate services set by the Law Society. You will also be using a specialist legal professional who is regulated and insured, unlike most other Will-writing services.
If you need a solicitor that provides specialist legal advice for older and vulnerable people, their families and carers, try Solicitors for the Elderly.
If you have never written a Will, you can request one of our Free Wills that are provided via our partner, Farewill.
Do I have to leave UKST a gift in my Will to use your free service?
There is no expectation to leave a gift in your Will to The UK Sepsis Trust (UKST) when creating a Will with Farewill, although if you do choose to, it will be greatly appreciated.
How do I leave a gift in my Will to UKST?
A solicitor can assist you with this. To make sure we receive your gift you’ll need to include our name, address and registered charity number:
The UK Sepsis Trust
Azzurri House
Business Park
Walsall Rd
Walsall
WS9 0RB
Registered charity number: 1158843
If I already have a Will, how do I add UKST to it?
You can update your existing Will by adding a codicil. We strongly recommend you consult with a solicitor before adding a codicil form, to ensure it is legally binding.
What types of gift can I leave?
There are 3 different types of gifts you can leave to The UK Sepsis Trust in your Will:
A residuary gift – a gift of a percentage of your estate, once your friends and family member have been provided for and debts have been cleared.
A pecuniary gift – a gift of a fixed sum of money (this can decrease in value over time due to inflation).
A specific gift – a gift of a particular item, such as jewellery or antiques.
What are the benefits of leaving a gift in my Will?
Gifts to UK registered charities are exempt from inheritance tax, and may also bring down the total value of your estate below the Inheritance Tax threshold. We strongly recommend that you speak to a solicitor for advice on tax issues.
By leaving a gift in your Will to UKST, you are allowing our life-saving work to continue. It will also allow your generosity and compassion to live on – thereby potentially saving thousands of lives.
I have left a gift in my Will to UKST, do I have to tell you?
No – your Will is personal, and it is completely up to you whether you share this information with us. If you do tell us, this will be confidential, and you can change your mind at any time.
However, by telling us you plan to leave The UKST a gift in your Will, it allows us to thank you and plan for the future.
If you would like to discuss making a gift to The UK Sepsis Trust in your Will, or inform us that you have already done so, please contact a member of our Fundraising Team on 0121 716 5923 or email fundraising@sepsistrust.org
How can I contact the Fundraising Team?
If you have another question which hasn’t been answered here or you’d like to tell us about your event, please email us at fundraising@sepsistrust.org.