A Gift That Shines Beyond a Lifetime
Leave a legacy for future generations and help end injustice, end violence, and end poverty, around the corner and around the world.
Get more information about leaving a legacy
Please fill out the webform to receive more information on leaving gifts in Wills, and find out how easy it is to leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.
Why leave a gift in your Will?
With a legacy, you can ensure that all that you have done in your life is preserved and carried forward, so that your story can live on.
By leaving a legacy, you can help transform lives around the corner and around the world, building a future where everyone thrives. Which is why we are so grateful for any gift, whatever size, you choose to leave in your will. It is a lovely way to make a lasting contribution to an organisation you care about.
How your gift helps
Campaigning
Our campaign work aims to promote conditions in society that enable families to flourish. For example, our 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign is aimed at putting an end to gender-based violence. Every year, we join with others globally to raise awareness of, and call for an end to, GBV in all forms and in all societies.
Empowering communities
Mothers’ Union’s Church & Community Mobilisation Process trains facilitators around the world to lead Bible studies that inspire churches to work with their wider communities to make changes together. Communities are empowered to take control of their futures by using the resources God has given them.
Helping people learn to read and write
Since 2000, Mothers’ Union’s Literacy & Financial Education Programme has trained facilitators to help over 150,000 people learn to read and write, form savings and credit groups and learn skills that help them set up or develop businesses. As a result, countless women have taken on leading roles in their communities.
Providing holidays for families facing adversity
When families are under a lot of pressure it can have a negative impact on their relationships. Members across the UK and Ireland provide Away From It All holidays, giving families in need a break from the stresses of everyday life and a chance to spend quality time together. It’s been running since 1965, and families across the UK and Ireland have benefited from the chance to get away and reconnect, building memories and relationships to last a lifetime.
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What difference will my gift make?
Your gift will help the work Mothers’ Union and our members do make a lasting impact on women, families and communities everywhere.
From our campaign work aiming to promote conditions in society that enable women and families to flourish, to establishing and supporting educational programmes to provide an empowered future for under-represented communities, your gift will be a beacon of hope to many lives.
FAQs
Why do I need to make a will?
Wills are the only way to ensure that your hard-earned belongings go to the people you love or the causes you care about. Even if you don’t have much to leave it is still worth making a Will. When you consider your home and items of sentimental value you may realise you have more to leave than you expected!
What is the best wording to leave a gift to Mothers’ Union?
I give, free of inheritance tax and all other fiscal impositions,
- the sum of £______ OR
- all of the residue of my estate OR
- a ______% share of the residue of my estate*
*absolutely to Mothers’ Union, Mary Sumner House, 24 Tufton Street, London, SW1P 3RB, Registered Charity No. 240531, for its general purposes, and I direct that the receipt(s) of the Director of Finance or other duly authorised officer shall be sufficient discharge to my executors.
*A share of your estate is very valuable as it usually maintains value or increases over time. Should you wish to leave a percentage of your estate to Mothers’ Union we suggest you consult your solicitor to ensure the correct wording is used and avoid the possibility of the residuary gift being held invalid.
I already have a will. Is it difficult to change?
No, but we do advise that you contact your solicitor to draft a fresh Will to avoid any errors. We will make sure to be good stewards of your money, spending it wisely and efficiently, according to your wishes.
How will a gift to Mothers’ Union affect my tax position?
Depending on the value of your estate, you are liable to pay inheritance tax on anything you leave to family and friends. However gifts to charity are deducted before inheritance tax is calculated. Therefore a gift to Mothers’ Union could help reduce the amount of tax paid. Taxation laws can change so please consult a solicitor.
Can my gift benefit a specific area of Mothers’ Union’s work?
Most people give to Mothers’ Union’s General Fund to ensure the money is used where it is most needed. However we are happy to discuss the possibility of leaving your gift to a specific area of work. Bear in mind however that our work changes over time so it is best to keep any instruction as open as possible to avoid making your gift unusable.
Can I leave a gift to a branch?
Branches are not charities in their own right. So if you would like to leave a gift to a branch you should put the details of the diocese (which is the registered charity), stating that it is to benefit work in which the branch is involved. As branches can close or merge, please use wording that allows the diocese to use the money for other similar purposes should it become necessary. Please avoid leaving money to benefit branch members, as it can be construed as being to benefit individuals and therefore not for charitable purposes.
Can I leave a gift to a diocese?
Yes but it is worth contacting the diocese to ensure your gift can be put to good use. To find out more please contact the diocese before writing your Will.
Isn’t this a private matter to me?
Absolutely. You are under no obligation to tell us of your intentions but doing so will enable us to thank you and plan better for the future.
What if I change my mind?
You are able to change your Will at any time. We recommend you consult your solicitor to make sure any changes are legally binding.
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