By remembering Martha Trust in your Will, after your friends and family have been looked after, you can leave a life changing legacy to people with profound disabilities.
Making a Will is the only way to be certain that the people and causes you care about will be taken care of after you die.
Whatever size gift you choose to leave, it will have a huge impact on our work. Just 1% of your estate can ensure we are transforming the lives of people with profound disabilities well into the future.
Your Will reflects the person you are, the values you hold and shows the love to the people and causes you hold close to your heart. And leaving a gift to your favourite charity also comes with tax advantages. Charitable legacies are usually free from inheritance tax, and you can choose to pledge either a fixed sum, a share of your estate or a specific gift like art, land or shares.
Who can I leave a gift to?
It’s entirely up to you who you leave a gift to in your Will. Your Will reflects the person you are, the values you hold and shows the love to the people and causes you hold close to your heart.
What are the benefits of leaving a gift to charity in your Will?
Leaving a gift to charity in your Will is a powerful way to make a lasting impact. Many people choose to support causes close to their heart in this way—and whatever inspires your decision, your generosity means the world to us. It helps ensure we can continue our vital work, long into the future.
We always recommend seeking professional legal advice when writing or updating your Will. A solicitor can guide you through the process and help you understand any tax benefits that might apply.
Currently, Inheritance Tax is charged at 40% on the portion of your estate that exceeds your tax-free threshold. However, if you choose to leave at least 10% of your taxable estate to charity, the tax rate on the remaining estate may be reduced to 36%. This means your loved ones could benefit while you also support the causes you care about most.
How do I leave a gift in my Will?
We recommend using a solicitor to draw up a Will, or to amend an existing Will.
If you decide to leave us a gift in your Will, you will need to include the following information:
Our Legal Name: Martha Trust
Our Registered Charity Address: Homemead Lane, Hacklinge, Deal, Kent, CT14 0PG
Our Registered charity number: 1067785
The type of gift or amount you wish to leave Martha Trust in your Will.
How will my gift be used?
At Martha, our mission is to empower some of society’s most vulnerable individuals to lead fulfilling lives. We are more than just a care provider; we offer a home, a sense of family, and advocacy, striving for inclusivity and accessibility in every aspect. Every gift left to us in Wills is used to transform the lives of people with profound disabilities who live at Martha.
If you are considering leaving a gift to Martha in your Will, please contact us as we would love to speak to you about the impact your generosity will have long into the future.
fundraising@marthatrust.org.uk
01304 610448
Information for executors
We appreciate the complexity and time needed to complete the administration of an estate and are grateful for all the work carried out by executors, to fulfil gifts to our charity. If you need any assistance during the process, please contact our team at fundraising@marthatrust.org.uk or on 01304 610448.