Support small charities by leaving a legacy in your will

Abigail Bartlett

Solicitor

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June 22, 2023

Categories Charity Law

By leaving a legacy in your will to a small charity, you can ensure that your values and philanthropic goals live on, benefiting causes close to your heart. This blog post delves into the importance and value of leaving a legacy to a small charity through your will, highlighting the transformative effects it can have on both the organisation and the communities it serves.

The Power of Small Charities

Small charities play a crucial role in addressing societal issues, often focusing on niche causes that may not receive widespread attention or support. Although they may lack the resources of larger organisations, small charities are often deeply connected to their communities, which enables them to provide tailored and personalised assistance.

Leaving a legacy

Your will is an opportunity to reflect your personal values and passions. By including a small charity that aligns with your beliefs, you can extend the impact of your lifetime dedication to a cause. Whether it’s supporting education, healthcare, environmental conservation, or any other cause close to your heart, a legacy donation ensures that your values and principles continue to shape the future.

Creating a lasting impact

A small charity may rely heavily on donations to sustain its operations and expand its reach. By leaving a legacy to a small charity, it can significantly enhance its ability to continue its valuable work, ensuring that vital services continue. Your contribution can facilitate important research, improve community infrastructure, or even establish an endowment that generates ongoing support for years to come.

Inspiring others

Leaving a legacy to a small charity can have a ripple effect, inspiring others to follow in your footsteps. By openly discussing your intentions and sharing your motivations with loved ones, you can ignite a conversation about the importance of charitable giving and inspire others to consider doing the same. Your legacy gift may encourage others to make a difference, creating a greater impact beyond your personal contribution.

Your motivations

By including a small charity in your will, you have the assurance that your hard-earned assets will be used to support causes close to your heart. You can specify how you want your legacy gift to be allocated, ensuring that it is used in a manner that reflects your values. You may even wish to communicate with the charity about your intentions, as this can help establish a shared understanding as to your motivations.

Many choose to leave a legacy to a small charity in their will to ensure they leave a lasting impact on a cause close to their heart. By carefully considering and choosing a small charity aligned with your passions, you can rest assured that your legacy gift will bring about positive change and improve the lives of countless individuals and communities for years to come.

If you would like assistance creating a will, or would like to review your existing will to leave a legacy, please contact Abigail Bartlett on 01227 763939.