Gifts in Wills
We understand that choosing to leave a gift in your will is an important decision and we truly appreciate you taking the time to consider supporting the charity in this special way. Over half of all adults in the UK have not written a will; having a valid will is the best way of ensuring that your wishes are met, and that your loved ones and causes you care about are looked after.
A gift in your will would make a lasting difference to support our community and fund vital research which is so badly needed – with your support we can realise our vision where no-one has their life limited by Scleroderma and Raynaud’s. We are a small charity with limited funds and rely solely on the generosity of our supporters, we do nor receive Government funding, meaning your support is extremely important for us to continue our work.
What type of gift can I leave?
There are three main types of gifts you can choose to leave in your will:
A residuary gift is a percentage of the remainder of your estate once your loved ones have been provided for and any debts or expenses have been deducted. You can choose to leave the total residue to one beneficiary or share the total between a number of beneficiaries.
A pecuniary gift is a specified sum of money of your choosing.
A specific gift is a particular item, such as property, a piece of jewellery or an antique.
Writing your Will
When writing or updating your will, we always suggest you engage a solicitor or will writing professional to help you through the process and ensure your wishes are met. If you are planning to leave a gift in your will to SRUK, you need to include the following information:
Registered name: Scleroderma and Raynaud’s UK
Address: 18-20 Bride Lane, London, EC4Y 8EE
Registered charity number: 1161828
Write your Will for Free
SRUK has partnered with Bequeathed to help you with the difficult decisions and make a lasting impact. Bequeathed is a trusted organisation that helps supporters like you create your Will For Good.
With our Free Will initiative, you can leave a legacy gift to SRUK to ensure we can continue our vital work and positive impact.
Simply visit Bequeathed to begin your journey. In 3 easy steps you can create your Will For Good.
1. Take the online will interview. Bequeathed will support and guide you through the process and create your will based on your answers.
2. Attend a 30-minute appointment with a legal professional to discuss your situation and requirements, ensuring the will fully caters for all your needs.
3. Receive your free will in the post, sign it and have it witnessed. Return it to the legal firm found by Bequeathed, who will then check it has been executed correctly.
Get help from Bequeathed
Get started on your Will for free today.
FAQs on leaving a gift in your Will
Leaving a gift in your Will can help fund vital research, support services, and raise awareness for people living with Scleroderma and Raynaud’s long into the future. We would be incredibly grateful for your gift and it will make a big difference.
Yes, we are happy to talk with you about legacy giving. You can either contact us directly, or use our Free Will Service, Bequeathed, where you can speak to a solicitor about your Will.
No, any gift in your Will, no matter the size, makes a difference!
Yes, but unrestricted gifts are the most helpful as they allow us to fund the areas of greatest need. If you have a particular interest (such as research initiatives or support services), we’d be happy to discuss this.
You don’t have to, but we’d love to hear from you so we can thank you properly and keep you updated on how your future gift will help.
Registered name: Scleroderma and Raynaud’s UK
Address: 18-20 Bride Lane, London, EC4Y 8EE
Registered charity number: 1161828
Shirley's Gift
Shirley is leaving a gift to SRUK in her will.
Shirley’s legacy offers hope for the future and will enable us to continue providing ongoing support for people currently living with Scleroderma and Raynaud’s.
“I have left a legacy to SRUK in my will as I believe that we have to support the work that is being done by the scientists and researchers to find out what causes this horrible autoimmune condition. We need to support SRUK closer to home, the workers and volunteers on the end of the phone helping people with day-to-day problems and supporting those newly diagnosed.
I hope that other supporters will leave legacies in their wills for SRUK, so that the work being done at present will progress. We definitely need to raise awareness, especially among medical professionals. Research is very costly, and donations are the main source of income for SRUK. If we could find the cause of [scleroderma], maybe we could prevent it happening in the first place.”
SRUK Gift in Wills Brochure
Download our brochure for more information on leaving a gift in your will to SRUK
Have you left a gift in your Will to SRUK already?
If you have already or are planning to leave us a gift in your Will, we would greatly appreciate if you let us know by filling out the form below. You can also email us at [email protected] or call us on 020 3893 5998.
