Leave Us a Gift in Your Will
Be a part of tomorrows care. Leave a gift in your Will for future generations.
By leaving us a gift in your Will you can ensure that we can continue providing quality, compassionate care for people facing life limiting illnesses as well as vital support for their families.
Every gift no matter the size, can help make a difference.
Just 1% of your estate could make a significant difference in the care of future patients. We are grateful to everyone who chooses to remember us in their Will.
Alison Alger, Gifts in Wills Manager
Thank you for considering leaving a gift in your Will to St Mary’s Hospice.
Many of us have a personal connection with St Mary’s care in some way and acknowledge that others we know and love may need hospice care in the future.
Our supporters make this possible. We are extremely grateful to the generous individuals who, by leaving a gift in their Will, have funded the care of 1 in 5 of our patients. Through their kindness and generosity, they help us be there today – and they also help us plan for tomorrow.
By choosing to leave a gift in your Will to St Mary’s Hospice, you can become part of that future. Your gift will help ensure that our hospice continues to provide comfort, dignity and support to local people and their families for generations to come.
At St Mary’s, we understand that loved ones always come first, but please know, your gift, whatever its size, will make a real and lasting difference.
I hope you find the information in this section helpful, but if you have any further questions, please do get in touch to arrange a visit, or to have an informal chat.
Important Information
A Will isn’t just a legal document, it’s peace of mind. It ensures your wishes are known, your loved ones are looked after, and your legacy lives on in a way you choose.
Creating or even updating a will is a straightforward process that ensures your wishes are carried out.
It allows you to:
• Minimise inheritance tax—donations to St Mary’s Hospice are tax-free
• Decide how your assets will be distributed
• Provide for your loved ones and the causes you care about
At St Mary’s, we understand that family and friends come first. If you are considering leaving us a gift, please know how grateful we are for your kindness and generosity—it helps us continue providing care when it is needed most.
Residuary Gift – A percentage of your estate, ensuring your gift retains its value over time and is not affected by inflation.
Codicil – If you already have a will, you can add a legally binding supplement instead of rewriting it.
Pecuniary Gift – A specific sum of money donated to St Mary’s Hospice.
Specific Item – Valuable items, such as property, shares, or jewelry, that can support our work.
If you already have a will simply ask your solicitor to add St Mary’s Hospice using our registered charity number: 517739.
If you don’t have a will, contact a solicitor who can assist you in creating one.
We are pleased to work with trusted local partners who can help you plan your will and estate:
Poole Townsend – Find out more
Arnold Greenwood – Find out more
Napthens – Learn more here
Gedye & Sons – Estate planning details
Lakes Wills – 07795 661719 | info@lakeswills.co.uk | Visit their website
Special Offer from Lakes Wills
Lakes Wills will donate £25 for a single will or £50 for a couple’s will to St Mary’s Hospice when you mention us during your will-writing process.
Advice for Executors and Solicitors
If you are an executor and/or are administering a will that includes a gift to St Mary’s Hospice, we understand that this can be a difficult and stressful process and we want to offer as much practical support as we can.
We have included some useful information below.
Paying a Gift
All gifts in wills are managed by our Legacies Fundraiser who is based in the Fundraising team at the hospice. The Legacies Officer and our Finance team are the only people authorised to give a proper receipt and discharge to executors.
You can send a cheque payable to ‘The Hospice of St Mary of Furness’ to:
Fundraising
St Mary’s Hospice
Ulverston
LA12 7JP
Or if you want to make a payment by other means please email fundraising@stmaryshospice.org.uk
When initially contacting us about a Legacy we are really grateful if you can provide the following information:
- The full name and title of the deceased
- Their last address
- The date of death
- The date probate was granted
- The executor’s name and contact details
- Any information about the reason for the legacy
- For further advice please click the link below.
Please contact alison.alger@stmaryshospice.org.uk or telephone 01229 580305 for any advice or assistance.
This is Hospice Care: National Campaign
Across the UK, hospices are supporting hundreds of thousands of people every year, as well as the families, friends and carers around them.
St Mary’s s proud to be taking part in the national Hospice UK Legacy Campaign – This is Hospice Care – joining 127 hospices across the UK as the campaign returns to TV and radio this September.
At St Mary’s Hospice, we’re here for patients and families at some of the most challenging times in their lives. We’ve been here for people across Furness and South Lakes for more than 35 years, and with the support of our community, we hope to be here for the next 35 years and beyond.
Our Promise to You
At St Mary’s Hospice, we’re deeply thankful for every donation we receive — whether it’s a few pounds from a bake sale or a substantial sum raised through a daring challenge. Every penny makes a difference, and we promise to honour your support with integrity, respect, and transparency.
