What is a Will? Expand Your Will is a legal document which specifies where and to who you wish your property and possessions to go to in the event of your death.
Why should I write a Will? Expand If you decide not to leave a Will, the government will decide how your estate is divided. Whereas by creating a Will you provide your family and friends with your exact wishes on how you wish your estate to be distributed.
Should I update my Will? Expand It is very important to remember when making your Will that it may need to be changed later on due to circumstances. For example, if you get a divorce, lose a loved one, or decide to start a family you may wish to change the information provided in your will. To amend your Will, you will need to add a codicil which has been witnessed when signed.
What are the different types of gifts I can leave a charity? Expand There are three main ways to leave a legacy to a charity: A specific legacy, which is a particular item left to the charity such as a piece of jewellery or shares. A residuary legacy is what remains once all gifts have been handed out. You can leave a share of what is left or the whole amount. A pecuniary legacy is when you leave a set amount of money.
What if I can only leave a small gift? Expand No matter the amount, big or small we appreciate every legacy we receive. Every amount helps to fund lifesaving missions.
What is an executor? Expand An executor is a person or institution who is responsible for making sure the instructions in your Will are carried out.
What if I already have a Will? Expand If you have decided that you would like to leave us a gift but have already made a Will simply download this codicil form, complete and present to your solicitor.
Who should I contact if I’m an Executor? Expand We administer all legacies at our office in Llanelli, so please get in touch if you have a gift that you need to pay in or have any questions. Tŷ Elusen, Ffordd Angel, Llanelli Gate, Dafen, Llanelli, SA14 8LQ Email: [email protected]
Will I get a receipt when I send in the donation? Expand Yes, once we have received the gift, the Legacy Administration Team will send you a thank you letter and receipt acknowledging payment.
Who should I speak to for help? Expand If you have any questions about the administration of the estate, please contact our Administration Team by email: [email protected], or by phone on 0300 0152 999.