Remember A Charity in your Will Week (7-13 September) has highlighted figures revealing that £3 billion is left in Wills to charities through legacy donations each year in the UK.
More than 100 people across the UK write a gift to a charity in their Will every day, but the campaign is emphasising that there is even more appetite for legacy donations as they look to raise awareness.
According to recent research, 17 per cent of Wills that do not go through probate include a donation to charity, while 40 per cent of over 40s state that they would be happy to leave a gift in their Will.
Rob Cope, Director of the UK charity consortium Remember A Charity, said: “The global pandemic has seen UK charities face critical funding shortfalls, making gifts in Wills all the more important for the sector’s recovery.
“We’re seeing greater appetite for legacy giving across the country as people choose to use their Will not only to support loved ones, but to shape the world they leave behind.
“At a time when people are feeling even more closely connected to their community and the good causes they care about, Remember A Charity Week can be a great platform to encourage clients to consider writing a Will.
“We’re urging advisers to get involved and ensure everyone has the opportunity of including a gift in their Will after taking care of their family and friends.”
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