How to leave a gift in your Will
If you’re thinking about leaving a gift to Blood Cancer UK, thank you.
When writing your Will, it’s important to know what’s involved and how to go about it.
That's why we'll be here to help you throughout the process, starting with our free gifts in Wills guide.
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Our free guide will tell you about the different gifts you can leave, the impact it will have, and how we'll support you through the process.
Leaving a gift is simple
We respect that when it comes to writing your Will, most of us will want to make sure that our families and loved ones are taken care of.
You can still make sure your loved ones have what they need, while leaving us a gift too. This page will tell you everything you need to know, including how to make a Will and amend it for free.
Get the basics right
The most important information to include is our name, address and registered charity number. That way, you can be sure your gift gets to the right place.
- Blood Cancer UK, 5-11 Theobalds Road, London, WC1X 8SH
- Registered charity 216032 (England & Wales) SC037529 (Scotland)
If you're planning to add Blood Cancer UK to an existing Will, we recommend you use a trusted solicitor and the below wording:
“I give to BLOOD CANCER UK, of 5-11 Theobalds Road, London, WC1X 8SH, Registered charity number 216032 (England & Wales) SC037529 (Scotland), [______% of my estate] or [the sum of £___________ ], to be used for general charitable purposes absolutely and I declare that the receipt of the Treasurer or duly authorised officer shall be a full and sufficient discharge.”
If your name has changed...
If you’ve changed your name since including us in your Will, there's no need to worry. Wills made under any previous names are still valid – and so is your generous gift.
Different types of gifts
Leaving a percentage of your estate to Blood Cancer UK is known as a residuary gift.
Even a small percentage of your estate could provide a lifesaving difference.
If you decide to do this, we suggest you use the following wording when making or amending your will:
“I give to BLOOD CANCER UK, of 5-11 Theobalds Road, London, WC1X 8SH, Registered charity number 216032 (England & Wales) SC037529 (Scotland), [______% of my estate] or [the sum of £___________ ], to be used for general charitable purposes absolutely and I declare that the receipt of the Treasurer or duly authorised officer shall be a full and sufficient discharge.”
Alternatively, you can specify an amount to be left, such as £1,000. This is also known as a pecuniary gift, where every single penny will be used to pave the way to beating blood cancer.
You can also choose to leave us a rare book, a painting, a piece of jewellery or even your house. This gift from your family could make sure that families in the future are supported.
Our free Wills writing service
We've partnered with Octopus Legacy to help you write or update your Will for free. It's quick and easy, and you'll receive expert support.
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Contact us
If you’d like to talk to us about leaving a gift in your Will, we'd love to help you. Please don't hesitate to contact us on 0808 2080 888 or email at [email protected].
Claim your free gifts in Wills guide
Our free guide will tell you about the different gifts you can leave, the impact it will have, and how we'll support you through the process.