We understand that not everyone feels secure in giving away money that might be needed for themselves during their lifetime. We also realise that some people may feel uncomfortable leaving money to charity, when their own family needs to be provided for. We do not want you to leave us money that should rightly have gone to your surviving relatives.

However, by dividing up the bulk of your estate between family and friends and leaving the remainder to charity, you can ensure that your loved ones are properly provided for and also support your favourite charity. This is called a residual legacy.

Another option is to leave a fixed sum of money to charity after ensuring that your family has been provided for. This is called a pecuniary legacy.

Each year we receive many legacies which help to develop a general fund to purchase additional goods and services that the NHS is unable to provide. Little things mean a great deal, especially when someone is ill and in need of care. 
We recommend you speak to a solicitor to explain the different options available to you.