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Leave a legacy gift in your Will

Give the gift of possible by leaving a gift in your Will, and help to ensure we are here for future generations of children with brain injury who need our expert services in rehabilitation, education, therapy and care.

Write your Will for free

Hearing that your child has suffered a life-changing brain injury is news no family ever wants to face. In the midst of heartbreak and uncertainty, you hold on to hope that something can be done, that someone can help, that a brighter future is still possible.

A gift in your Will to The Children’s Trust can help make that future a reality.

Your generosity can fund vital brain injury care, ground breaking treatments, and specialist rehabilitation — transforming lives for years to come. The greatest gift you can give a child with a brain injury is the chance to live the best life possible.

By remembering The Children’s Trust in your Will, you can give the gift of possible.

Please consider leaving a life-changing gift today.

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Write your Will for free

Are you retiring, moving house, or welcoming a new family member? Planning for the future is important, and writing a Will ensures your loved ones are protected. If you're worried about the cost, we’ve partnered with the National Free Wills Network to offer a free Will writing service.

Writing your Will

A Will protects your loved ones and ensures your wishes are honoured. Writing a Will is simple to do and you are strongly advised to seek professional assistance when writing a valid Will.  We’ve partnered with the National Free Wills Network to offer a free Will writing service. Learn more.

Type of legacy gifts

  • Residuary: A percentage of your estate after other gifts and expenses have been paid. This is the most valuable gift you can leave to The Children’s Trust as it increases in value over time.
  • Pecuniary: A fixed sum of money.
  • Specific: An item such as property or shares.

Inheritance tax (IHT)

IHT rules regularly change, to find out the latest guidelines and the current threshold, visit gov.uk or call the HM Revenue and Customs inheritance tax and probate helpline on 0300 123 1072 (opening times Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm).

Tax efficient giving

Giving to charity can reduce the inheritance tax on your estate. The Institute of Fundraising publishes guidelines on tax efficient giving, so take a look at their website.

Get in touch

For more information, call 01737 364 349 or email legacy@thechildrenstrust.org.uk.