Legacy
By leaving Teenage Cancer Trust a gift in your will, you can help give young people the fighting chance to beat cancer.
With your help we can make sure every young person diagnosed can be treated on one of our specialist units, giving them access to the dedicated treatment and care they need.
Why make a will?
Making a will is really important as you can ensure that your loved ones future is safeguarded, and that your assets can go to the people that mean the most to you. Having a will in place makes it easier for those people left behind and misunderstandings are minimised.
It is also the perfect way to give a final and caring gift to Teenage Cancer Trust.
If you are planning to make or update a will, we suggest you speak to a solicitor or bank trust company for independent advice.
How do I leave a legacy?
There are two main ways to leave a legacy or a bequest in your will. Your solicitor will be able to look over everything for you but it may be helpful for you to have a look at the options. The first way is to leave a pecuniary bequest. This is a specific cash amount which you state in your will. The other way is to leave a residuary bequest. This is when you leave a share of your estate after all other bequests have been met and inheritance tax and expenses are paid.
Can I change an existing legacy?
If you already have a will and simply want to make some changes, for example to add a bequest, you need to add a codicil. This is a separate instruction which is then kept with your will.
If you decide to leave a bequest to Teenage Cancer Trust you may consider pledging your legacy now. This information will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please contact us our legacy department on 0207 612 0370.
