Make a Will Month fundraises a phenomenal amount for local hospice
Every October Emsleys takes part in Make a Will Month. The initiative raises much-needed funds for charities throughout the UK. For several years, Emsleys has supported St Gemma's Hospice during this fundraiser. This year the initiative raised an amazing £15,130, nearly £4,000 more than the previous year.
St Gemma's is an institute of Leeds care, providing care and support to the local area for over 45 years. Based in Boston Spa, the charity delivers palliative care through their hospice and in the local community. With only 30% of the Charity’s income provided by the NHS, the hospice heavily relies on external donations. Money is raised from their close network of fundraisers, gift-givers and charity shops. Businesses across the Leeds area also support the Charity through fundraising and initiatives. Emsleys are proud to have supported the Charity for over 10 years with a range of activities from Make a Will Month to Dress Down Days.
Emsleys have engaged with Free Will Writing programs for several years. The pro bono campaign encourages essential donations to a charity of choice. Law firms often provide simple Wills free of charge to clients in exchange for donations to the charity of choosing.
Donating to charities in a Will can also assist with eliminating or reducing inheritance tax on an estate. If 10% or more of an estate is left to charity there is potential for Inheritance Tax to be payable at a lower rate of 36%, rather than the usual 40%. For further advice and information on this area of Wills and Inheritance Tax Planning please contact our experienced Wills & Probate team today.
