Gifts in Wills
LEAVE A GIFT
IN YOUR WILL
At Impact, we believe that family and loved ones should always come first when making a will. However, you can also leave a gift (sometimes called a legacy) to Impact to help us continue our vital work of providing a voice, hope, and change to people in need in Sussex.
There are different types of gifts you can leave in a will – it could be money, part of your estate, or belongings. Every gift makes a huge difference, so even a small percentage of your estate could have a real impact on someone in need in Sussex
£100 could provide an aging well adviser for a day
£150 could provide a child with a place on a 6-week Safety Net Assertiveness Programme
£180 could provide a young person a place for 6 weeks at the YPC activity club
£200 could decorate the room for a new resident at Stopover
£360 could provide self-advocacy group sessions for a year
£550 could provide a warm roast dinner, dessert, and drink every week for a year for a Hop 50+ member
£1,500 could pay for a young person to receive 6 months online counselling with our E-Motion service.
£5,000 could pay to heat 5 Stopover residents’ rooms for a year
£18,000 could pay for a safe home and support for a young woman at Stopover for a year
REASONS TO INCLUDE IMPACT IN YOUR WILL
When we reflect on our lives, we think about the things that matter most to us – our friends, family, and community. At Impact, we work tirelessly to provide a voice, hope, and change to people in need in Sussex. We support, champion, and inspire children, young people, adults with disabilities, and older people. The breadth and diversity of our work means that you are likely to know someone in Sussex who has been helped in some way by Impact.
By choosing to leave a gift in your will to Impact, you will be making a real difference to the lives of people in Sussex who need it the most, as well as your loved ones.
If you would like to leave a gift to Impact, we would love to talk to you. Please contact us at info@impact-initiatives.org.uk or call 01273 322940
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What types of gifts can I leave in my will?
You can leave three types of gifts in your will:
- A residuary gift is a percentage of your estate after any specific gifts have been made to family and friends.
- A pecuniary gift is a specific amount of money.
- A specific gift is a gift of a specified item, such as land, personal possession, or share.
Are there any tax benefits to leaving a gift in my will?
Yes. Gifts to charities are exempt from Inheritance Tax. To find out more, visit
www.hmrc.gov.uk or speak to your solicitor.
Can I change my mind?
Yes, of course. You can change your will as many times as you wish.
DONATE IN MEMORY
An easy way to commemorate your loved one is to make a donation to Impact by visiting our JustGiving page.
Or for more information email Penny Telford at Penny.Telford@impact-initiatives.org.uk
