How to leave a gift in your Will to Mountbatten Isle of Wight.

Including a gift to Mountbatten Isle of Wight in your Will is simple. Find out about the types of gifts you can include and things you need to consider when writing your will.

How to leave a gift in your Will to Mountbatten Isle of Wight:

Making or updating your Will to include a gift to Mountbatten Isle of Wight is straightforward. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Decide on your gift

You can leave a share of your estate, a fixed amount, or a specific item (find out more below).

2. Speak to a solicitor or create a simple Will with our free online service

A solicitor can help you update your Will or create a new one to include Mountbatten Isle of Wight.

3. Include our details

Your solicitor will need our full charity name and registered charity number:

Mountbatten Isle of Wight Limited, Halberry Lane, Newport, Isle of Wight , PO30 2ER.

Registered Charity No. 1039086

4. Let us know

If you choose to tell us about your gift, we can thank you and keep you informed about our work.

Click here to let us know you are leaving a gift in your Will

What types of gifts you can leave to Mountbatten Isle of Wight in your Will?

Every gift, no matter the size, helps fund 24/7 expert care and support for Islanders in their homes and our hospice building in Newport.

Here are the most common types of gifts you can leave in your Will:

A share of your estate.

Also known as a residuary gift, this is a percentage of your estate after other commitments have been met. Residuary gifts keep pace with inflation and are an effective way to divide the value of an estate between a number of people and causes.

A fixed amount.

Also called a pecuniary gift, this is a specific sum of money left to Mountbatten Isle of Wight. It is worth noting pecuniary gifts can devalue over time due to inflation, so it is worth reviewing your Will regularly.

A specific item.

This could be property, jewellery, shares, or anything of value you’d like to donate.

I already have a Will, how do I change it to include Mountbatten Isle of Wight?

Write a new Will

The simplest way is to write a new Will, which automatically voids any previous ones. Most Wills begin by stating they revoke all prior Wills.

Please note, that Mountbatten Isle of Wight cannot provide legal advice or draft your Will.

Write a codicil

A codicil is a document used to amend an existing Will, such as adding a charity, changing a gift amount, or appointing an executor. However, if you later cancel your Will, the codicil remains valid, potentially causing legal issues. To prevent this, ensure any new Will explicitly revokes all previous Wills and codicils.

“I feel lucky to have had Mountbatten by my side when I needed them most, and this is my way of giving something back."

A gift in your Will is more than a donation—it’s a promise that no one has to face the end of life alone. Like your fellow Mountbatten supporter, Liz Runco, you can help ensure that others find care, comfort, and support when they need it most.

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Want to know more?

Click here to visit our gifts in Wills FAQ page or contact us at 📞 01983 217300 or 📧 [email protected].

Whether you're considering leaving a gift in your Will or have already pledged one, we'd love to hear from you.

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