How to leave a gift in your Will
If you are thinking about remembering Young Lives vs Cancer with a gift in your Will, thank you. Your thoughtful act will reach families across the country.
Essential information
If you are ready to complete your Will, you’ll need this information.
Charity name: Young Lives vs Cancer
Address: 4th Floor, Whitefriars, Lewins Mead, Bristol, BS1 2NT
Registered charity number: England and Wales – 1107328, Scotland – SC039857
Different types of gifts and suggested wording
This is a percentage of your estate. Many people choose to leave this type of gift because it allows them to ensure their loved ones are looked after first. It also keeps pace with inflation. A small share of what is left after loved ones are taken care of could make a huge difference to young cancer patients facing cancer in the future.
Suggested wording:
“I give to CLIC Sargent Cancer Care for Children, operating as Young Lives vs Cancer, registered charity in England and Wales 1107328 and in Scotland (SC039857) of 4th Floor, Whitefriars, Lewins Mead, Bristol, BS1 2NT […..%] share of my estate to be used for its general purposes, and I declare that the receipt of the Treasurer or duly authorised officer shall be a full and sufficient discharge.”
This is a sum of money – allowing you to specify exactly how much you want to give.
Suggested wording:
“I give to CLIC Sargent Cancer Care for Children, operating as Young Lives vs Cancer, registered charity in England and Wales 1107328 and in Scotland (SC039857) of 4th Floor, Whitefriars, Lewins Mead, Bristol, BS1 2NT [the sum of £…………….] to be used for its general purposes, and I declare that the receipt of the Treasurer or duly authorised officer shall be a full and sufficient discharge.”
The gift of a specific item, such as furniture, jewellery, property etc.
Suggested wording:
“I give to CLIC Sargent Cancer Care for Children, operating as Young Lives vs Cancer, registered charity in England and Wales 1107328 and in Scotland (SC039857) of 4th Floor, Whitefriars, Lewins Mead, Bristol, BS1 2NT [specific item] to be used for its general purposes, and I declare that the receipt of the Treasurer or duly authorised officer shall be a full and sufficient discharge.”
Whichever gift you choose to leave it is also advisable to include the following:
“If at my death any charity named as a beneficiary in this Will or Codicil hereto has changed its name or amalgamated with or transferred its assets to another body then my executors shall give effect to any gift made to such charity as if it had been made (in the first case) to the body in its changed name or (in the second place) to the body which results from such amalgamation or to which such transfer has been made.”
How to write a Will
1.Read our guide
Our free information guide has everything you need to know, including more about the different types of gift you can leave and the incredible impact your gift could have on the lives of children and young people with cancer.
Fill out the form and we will email the guide to you.
2. Think about those you’d like to remember
Think about family, friends and the causes you would like to remember in your Will.
We know you’ll want to look after your family and friends first. But after your loved ones have been provided for, we hope you’ll find a place for Young Lives vs Cancer in your Will. Any gift, large or small, can make a huge difference.
3. Write your Will online with Farewill
Write your Will online for free with our partner Farewill. The process is quick and simple. If have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Most of the people who use the service choose to include a gift to Young Lives vs Cancer, however there’s no obligation to do so.
Simply go to the Farewill website and enter the voucher code ‘YOUNGLIVES21’ at check-out.
This offer is currently only available to supporters who live in England or Wales.
Or find a solicitor
Contact a solicitor to amend or write your Will in person or over the phone.
Search via the Law Societies in England/Wales or Scotland or Northern Ireland. We recommend seeking legal advice to ensure your Will meets your specific needs and circumstances.
Updating your Will
Once written, you should regularly review your Will. An out of date Will can be worse than no Will.
Big life changes are also a good prompt to do a review. This might include:
- changes in your relationship such as marriage or divorce
- a new child or grandchild in your family
- a house move
- change of executor
- change in the value of your estate.
Get in touch
If you need any more information, please get in touch:
- Email – giftsinwills@younglivesvscancer.org.uk
- Phone – 0300 330 0803
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