Leaving a Gift in your Will
Leaving a gift in your Will is a great way to ensure we will always be there for people in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
Write your will for free through our partnership with Octopus Legacy
Leaving a Lasting Legacy
We are committed to supporting older people in Cornwall who need us, today, tomorrow, and into the future. By leaving a legacy to Age UK Cornwall, you can help ensure that older people across the county maintain their independence, social connections, and health. Our mission is to uphold dignity and respect, enabling individuals to live well and thrive in later life.
Every single gift is vital to Age UK Cornwall, and we appreciate any gift you may choose to leave us after taking care of your family and friends. Whatever the value of your gift, it will go a long way to help inspire local communities and people to age well in later life.
The proportion of people aged 60 years and above is increasing at a faster rate than those below that age, meaning that demand for our services is going to increase. Leaving a legacy is one of the most valuable and lasting ways you can support us.
The Importance of Writing your Will
Writing a will allows you to have control and dictate the distribution of your property, finances, and belongings after your passing. If you pass away without a will (intestate), your estate will be allocated according to legal regulations that govern how a deceased person's assets are divided among their surviving family members. Dying intestate may result in your assets not being distributed according to your wishes, potentially causing complications for your loved ones.
We have teamed up with Octopus Legacies to offer a Free Wills service option designed to assist you and your family. Find out more below.
We have partnered with expert estate planners, Octopus Legacy, so you can write or update your will for FREE*.
The cost of your will is now covered by us up to £150 – so you can write or update a simple will for free or get a will with trust at a discounted rate.
While many supporters choose to include a gift in their will to Age UK Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, there’s no obligation to do so when using this service.
How to write or update your will:
To help you find the right will for you, Octopus Legacy have provided a few different ways:
- Online
- Over the phone/video call
- In-person (At home or in-branch)
*Applies to simple wills only. Discounts are applicable for wills with trusts.
Free Will Writing Service
You can use this link to start your will or call Octopus Legacy directly on 020 4525 3605 and quote [Age UK Cornwall]
How to leave a gift to Age UK Cornwall
Maintaining an up-to-date will is crucial in ensuring that your wishes are honored and that your property and assets support the people and causes you truly care about. We highly recommend consulting a qualified professional, such as a solicitor, when creating or modifying your will.
To include a gift to Age UK Cornwall in your will, you will need to gather a few essential pieces of information to share with your solicitor.
• The name of the charity: Age UK Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly
• Registered charity number: 900542
• Address: Age UK Cornwall, Boscawen House, Chapel Hill, Truro, TR1 3BN
Legacy wording:
- I GIVE the sum of £ free of all taxes payable upon my death to Age UK Cornwall (Registered Charity Number 900542) of Boscawen House, Chapel Hill, Truro, TR1 3BN and I hereby confirm that the receipt of the treasurer or other authorised officer shall form a good receipt for my executors.
- I GIVE all of my estate whether real or personal after all debts (hereinafter called my 'residuary estate') to Age UK Cornwall (Registered Charity Number 900542) of Boscawen House, Chapel Hill, Truro, TR1 3BN and I hereby confirm that the receipt of the treasurer or other authorised officer shall form a good receipt for my executors (this may be amended to be a particular share of the estate).
What type of gift can I leave?
You can leave three main types of gifts in your will: pecuniary gifts (a fixed sum of money), specific gifts (a particular item like property, jewellery, or shares) or you can leave a share in, or all of, what's left of the value of your estate after family and friends have been taken care of. The advantage of leaving a share (also known as residuary gift) is that it remains the same over time, and you won't need to change your will to keep up with inflation.
This page has not been written as legal advice, but is meant to be advisory and helpful.