A gift in your Will

A gift in your Will is an amazing way to do something special for seriously ill children and their families. Your own family and loved ones of course come first but we hope that, once you have looked after those closest to you, you might also remember us. We will use your gift with the greatest of care. We know you want your gift to make a difference and we promise that it will.

Why should I make a Will?

If you don’t have a Will, your estate will be divided according to the law when you die. This could mean that your wishes are not carried out as you would want them to be. Having a Will is the only way of ensuring that your loved ones and chosen charities will be remembered as you wish.

What kind of gift could I make?

There are three main types of gift that you can leave in your Will and all are hugely important to Momentum Children’s Charity:

Residuary gift – a percentage of your estate

Pecuniary gift – a fixed sum of money

A specific gift such as a piece of jewellery or art etc.

Do I need a solicitor to make a Will?

We would encourage you to discuss your Will with a solicitor to ensure that all legal requirements are met and that your Will is valid. A properly drafted Will can help reduce the amount of tax payable on your estate and increase the value of the assets that you pass on to the people you care about.

If you do kindly decide to leave a gift in your Will to Momentum Children’s Charity, you will need the following information:

Momentum Children’s Charity

Registered address: 11a Creek Road, East Molesey, Surrey, KT8 9BE

Registered charity number: 1195373

If you need to find a solicitor contact the Law Society of England and Wales.

What if I already have a Will?

You should review your Will from time to time to make sure it still reflects your wishes. Whenever your circumstances change, for example if you get married or have more children, you should update your Will. You can do this using a codicil and your solicitor can help you add this to your Will.

We respect your privacy, but we’d love to know if you’ve decided to remember Momentum in your Will. It also means we can thank you properly for your support. We will keep any details you share with us confidential.

If you would like more information on leaving a gift in your Will or would like to speak to someone in confidence, please call 020 8974 5931.