Whether you have an existing will, or are writing a new will, it’s simple to leave a gift to Assistance Dogs NI.
Decide what type of gift you would like to leave. Some people leave a specific sum of money, or items, others share in their estate. Find out more about the different types of legacy gifts.
Donate in your will, leave a gift in your will.
After you have taken care of the people closest to you, a gift in your will makes a difference to children with autism and wheelchair users in Northern Ireland.
Five Reasons to make a Will:
- Peace of Mind – Having an up-to-date will makes sure that the people and causes that matter to you will be looked after.
- Make your own wishes known – Without a will what happens whole estate will be decided by the law. Writing a will means you are in control.
- Save on Tax – Having a will may reduce the amount of inheritance tax that needs to be paid on your estate.
- Protect Rights – If you are not married or in a civil partnership you do not have the same rights as someone who is married.
- Help your family – A Will can reassure family and friends that they are acting on your wishes, enabling them to look after your estate.
Losing a loved is one is the most difficult experiences anyone can go through. Many people find making a donation in memory of someone is a way of celebrating their life, by contributing to a cause that transform the lives of so many.
There are a number of different types of gifts that you can leave in your will. Your solicitor can advise you which types may be best for your individual circumstances.
Types of Legacy Gifts
- Residual gift – A percentage of your estate after debts have been paid and other gifts made.
- Pecuniary gift – Tthis is a gift of a fixed sum of money. A gift of £5,000 could pay for the cost of training an Assistance Dog.
- Specific gift – A particular painting or item.
- Contingent gift – A gift that is dependent upon an event that may or may not happen. For example, if you outlive one of the beneficiaries, their giftwould instead pass on to someone else.
- Life Interest gift – A gift that would benefit someone during their lifetime but would pass on to someone else. For example, a house could be left to a relative to live in during their lifetime but would be sold to benefit a friend or charity.
The above are some ideas I am open to new ideas.
