Leave a legacy
LEAVING A GIFT IN YOUR WILL is an amazing way to do something special for the older generations that follow. We understand that your own family and loved ones come first, but we hope that after they have been looked after that you would consider leaving Age UK Richmond a gift. Your gift will bring comfort, friendship and support to older people during their most difficult times. Your kindness could help someone stay active, feel less alone, and know they’re not forgotten.
Age UK Richmond is a local, independent charity committed to supporting older people In the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. Although we work in partnership with the international and national Age UK organisations, as well as around 120 other local Age UKs, each of us operates independently. This means we are all responsible for raising our own funds.
Many people assume we are part of the national Age UK organisation, or refer to us simply as 'Age UK'. However, we operate separately, and our registered and correct name is Age UK Richmond upon Thames, or Age UK Richmond. This distinction is important — if a gift is intended for a local Age UK (like us) but does not use the correct details, it simply won't reach the intended organisation having a huge impact on smaller charities like us.
If you choose to leave a gift in your will to Age UK Richmond, it is essential that you clearly specify the following details; otherwise, your gift will not reach us:
Age UK Richmond upon Thames
The White House Community Centre
45 The Avenue
Hampton
TW12 3RN
Charity Number: 1084211
THANK YOU FOR THINKING OF US. Every single gift is vital to us and we are deeply grateful for any donation you may choose to leave after taking care of your family and friends. Whatever the value of your gift it will make a meaningful difference to someone who needs our help.
If you would like to speak to us in confidence, have a chat and ask some questions to someone who understands how important this type of gift is please call us on 020 3816 0021 or email abi.stokes@ageukrichmond.org.uk
How to leave a gift in your will
Having a will and keeping it up-to-date helps ensure that your wishes can be respected and your property and assets benefit people and causes you really care about. We would always recommend that you speak to a qualified professional such as a solicitor, when making or amending your will.
Your solicitor will be able to advise you on the required wording to carry out your wishes. If you wish to leave a gift to Age UK Richmond upon Thames in your will, all you need is our charity details below:
Age UK Richmond upon Thames, The White House Community Centre, 45 The Avenue, Hampton, TW12 3RN, and our registered charity number 1084211.
If you already have a will
If you already have a will and you want to include a gift to Age UK Richmond upon Thames in it, there may not be need to rewrite it. You can ask a qualified professional such as a solicitor to add an amendment (called a codicil). As a general rule, if the change you wish to make is quite small or simple, you can use a codicil, and if the change is more significant or complex you should make a new will.
What kind of gift can I leave to Age UK Richmond upon Thames?
You can leave a specific sum of money or an item such as jewellery or a piece of art. 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.
Contact us to find out more
If you are interested in leaving a gift in your will and want more information,you can download our information booklet or please feel free to contact us and we would be happy to talk to you further. Please email abi.stokes@ageukrichmond.org.uk