A gift to APF could make a vital contribution to our ongoing and future research efforts.
I’m Sharon Moon, In Memory and Legacy Giving Officer at Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis. Our supporters and their generous gifts ensure APF can continue to support everyone in our community affected by pulmonary fibrosis. Your legacy is an investment into the future where ambitious goals can be set and plans made, all with the confidence of financial stability.
Please do get in touch in confidence if you would like more information about leaving a gift in your Will to APF and how you can easily do this. There is no pressure or obligation, just a chat about your intentions and how APF can support you.
If you are considering leaving a gift in your Will to APF – thank you.
More people are choosing to remember a charity in their will, even 1% of your estate makes a difference!
The impact your future gift can have
Your gift will:
- Advance our research into pulmonary fibrosis and treatments to help manage the disease, and help us to one day find a cure
- Help us grow support groups so more patients and carers can access information and peer support in their local community
- Fund our support line, providing patients and carers with a listening ear, relevant information and signposting
Such gifts help APF get closer to our dream that one day there may be a cure for pulmonary fibrosis.
How do I leave a gift in my Will?
It is very easy to leave APF a gift in your Will. This can be a percentage gift (also known as a residuary legacy) or a cash gift (known as a pecuniary legacy).
To make or amend your Will to include a gift to APF, you simply need the following information for your solicitor:
- Our full charity name: Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Our registered charity number: 1152399
- Our registered address: Stuart House, St John's Street, Peterborough, PE1 5DD
Questions answered
Can I add Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis to my existing Will?
Making changes to an existing will is very straightforward. If you want to add APF to an existing Will, your solicitor can attach a written instruction, called a codicil. This must be done by your solicitor as changes you make yourself may inadvertently invalidate your Will.
The codicil will need the signature of two independent witnesses.
If there are a number of changes you want to make, it may be better to make a new Will, which your solicitor can help you with. At the same time you would need to revoke any previous Wills.
What is a Codicil Form?
A codicil form gives you a simple way to make small changes to your existing Will. We would always recommend using a qualified solicitor when using this form.
What is meant by a percentage gift (residuary legacy) or cash gift (pecuniary legacy)?
The two main types of gifts (legacies) that people leave in their Will are residuary and pecuniary.
A percentage gift, also known as a residuary legacy, is when a person leaves a percentage of their estate to a charity or several charities. This means that, however much your estate is worth, you can ensure your loved ones are looked after as well as giving a gift to your chosen charity.
A cash gift, also known as a pecuniary legacy, is a set sum of money.
Some people also like to leave personal possessions (jewellery, art and collectables). These are known as specific gifts.
What wording should I use to leave a gift in my Will to Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis?
The following wording is for a percentage (residuary) gift:
Subject to the payment of my debts, funeral and testamentary expenses, I give the whole/____% of my estate not otherwise disposed of by this my Will to Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis: a charity registered in England and Wales (1152399), Scotland (SCO50992) of Stuart House, St John’s Street, Peterborough PE1 5DD
The following wording is for a cash (pecuniary) gift:
I give free of tax to Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis: a charity registered in England and Wales (1152399), Scotland (SCO50992) of Stuart House, St John’s Street, Peterborough PE1 5DD
the sum of £_____ for the general purposes of Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis.
What if my circumstances change?
Should your circumstances change, a properly worded Will automatically takes account of this. This gives you the assurance that you are able to look after yourself, friends and family whilst still doing something for your chosen charity if there is any money left over after you die.
Will leaving a gift in my Will affect my inheritance tax liability?
Gifts to charities in your Will are generally exempt from inheritance tax. If you leave a charitable gift it will be deducted from your estate before inheritance tax liability is calculated. However, inheritance tax rules can change so it’s always best to discuss your Will and the type of gift you might like to leave with your solicitor.
Do I have to have a lot of money to leave a gift in my Will?
No. A gift, no matter how big or small, can make a significant difference. Even 1% helps APF continue to support those affected by pulmonary fibrosis long into the future.
Get in touch
If you would like further information, please call Sharon on 07376 321672 for a confidential discussion or email sharon@actionpf.org