What is a Legacy?

We are a registered charity that receives no government funding, so every penny we receive from animal lovers really counts – and in 2007, 55 per cent of our income came from gifts left to us in supporter’s Wills – their legacies.

Making a Will gives you the reassurance of knowing where your property will go, who will benefit from your legacy, and what arrangements will be made after your death.

It allows you to provide for your loved ones, and also means that if you want to leave some money for a special purpose – such as helping The Blue Cross – you can do so with ease. Remember that whatever you choose to leave to charity will be tax-free.

However you choose to remember us in your Will, please write a letter explaining to your family and relatives why you left a legacy to The Blue Cross. You can then be sure they will understand your wishes. You may like to store this letter with your Will.

Also, please let us know if you have included us in your Will. Knowing about your support will help us to plan for the future and, to keep you informed of our work, we will send you a regular copy of our supporter magazine Blueprint.

For more detailed information about making a Will and leaving a legacy to The Blue Cross, please fill in the request form to receive a FREE copy of our legacy pack.