Leave a gift in your Will
Gifts in Wills make up around 25% of our charity’s income.
You can protect the future of hospice care in Oxfordshire with a gift that lasts beyond your lifetime.
FAQs
Why do I need a Will?
Every adult should have a Will – it’s the only way to ensure that your wishes are carried out when you have died.
It’s a common misconception that writing a Will has to be an unpleasant task. Many people find that finally crossing ‘write my Will’ off their to do list brings peace of mind and comfort.
Crucially, having a Will also means less stress for those left behind. When coping with bereavement, loved ones can find it very overwhelming and difficult to have to cope with paperwork and admin alongside their grief. Knowing your wishes means your family and friends can handle your estate exactly as you wish.
How can I leave a gift in my Will?
Use a solicitor or a Will writing service to update or make a Will. You may already have a solicitor, but if not, a good starting point is The Law Society’s database. Keep reading to find out more about our free Will writing service.
You will need our charity name (Sobell House Hospice Charity Ltd), number (1118646), and address (Sobell House Hospice Charity, Churchill Hospital, Old Road, Oxford, OX3 7LJ).
We are always happy to chat to you about the difference you could make to our work, but if you need legal or taxation advice, please contact a solicitor and/or HMRC.
We promise to never put you under any pressure, as we understand that leaving a gift in your Will is an important and private decision, and loved ones should always come first.
What impact will my gift have?
Currently, 1 in 4 people in the UK die without the care and support they need.
Gifts in Wills are crucial in helping to raise the much-needed funds that we need to keep caring for our community.
Generous gifts of all sizes over the last nearly 50 years have helped ensure specialist, compassionate care for thousands of people and their families.
You can help us be there for many more families in the future.
What type of gift can I give?
Residuary
This is a percentage of what is left in your estate after any debts, taxes or costs have been deducted.
Pecuniary
This is a fixed amount of money. Gifts of all sizes make a huge difference to our work.
Specific
These are specific items such as property, land, shares and jewellery.
What if I want to change my Will in the future?
It’s okay to change your mind about your Will. Your wishes may change throughout your life.
We recommend reviewing your Will every five years, or after a major life event such as having children, getting married, or a significant change in your financial circumstances. You can either write a new Will or, if the changes are small, you can make them with a codicil, which can support your original Will.
You can use our Will writing service to update your Will for free (find more information below). There are also other online will writing services available, or you can ask your Solicitor for advice.
I'm an Executor - is there anything I need to know?
We’re so grateful that your loved one has chosen to support Sobell House; they truly will be making a difference beyond their lifetime.
What to do next
Please contact Deborah, our Legacy Fundraiser, via the form below.
We would love to learn more about your loved one, and what made them decide to include Sobell House in their Will. It would also be helpful if you could provide us with the following information:
- Full name (and previous names) of the person who has died
- Their last known address
- A copy of the Will
- Your details so we can keep in touch with you
This information helps us administer gifts in Wills in accordance with the Charity Commission and ensures the gift is properly processed and acknowledged.
You will need our charity name (Sobell House Hospice Charity Ltd), number (1118646), and address (Sobell House Hospice Charity, Churchill Hospital, Old Road, Oxford, OX3 7LJ).
Tax exemptions
It’s also important to note that all registered charities, including Sobell House, benefit from inheritance tax exemptions. This means your loved one may be able to leave more to Sobell House, with no cost to any other beneficiary. Please consult a solicitor for advice on tax exemptions if charities are included in your loved one’s Will.
Write a Will for free
We’ve teamed up with expert estate planners, Octopus Legacy*, to take the stress, time and cost out of Will writing for you.
Write or update your Will for free and we’ll cover the cost. There’s no obligation to include us in your Will, but we’re very grateful if you choose to. You can complete your Will online, by phone, or in-person – whatever works best for you.
*Other Will writing service providers are available, or you can ask your Solicitor for advice.
Your impact
A gift of £1,053
could fund five bereavement café sessions, connecting people with each other for support and friendship.
A gift of £12,788
could cover our catering bill for four weeks, providing our patients with delicious, homecooked food.
A gift of £95,102
could fully fund our ward for seven days, providing specialist and compassionate care to 18 patients.
Thank you for considering this special gift
With your help, we can continue to provide our patients and their loved ones with care, comfort and compassion when it’s needed most.
If you have any questions, or want to arrange a visit to the hospice, please get in touch with Deborah, our Future Gifts Fundraiser.
