Leave a gift in your Will

If you're considering leaving a gift in your will to the RSPCA, and you want to ensure that gift makes a real difference close to home, the only way to ensure your legacy supports local animals is by naming your local RSPCA branch. By leaving a gift to RSPCA North Wilts & Newbury District Branch in your Will, you’ll be ensuring that your legacy directly supports animals in your community. It’s a heartfelt way to celebrate your love for animals — and to make a lasting difference locally.

For over 50 years RSPCA North Wiltshire & Newbury District Branch has worked to improve the lives of animals in our District. Thanks to our generous supporters, the scope of our work has expanded from a focus on domestic welfare to now operating a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre, running a flourishing cat rehoming programme and providing vital support to pet owners.

Although we are proud to be a part of the national RSPCA's network of Branches, we are an independently funded Branch that relies on the kindness of our community. This makes every donation and gift, no matter how large or small, deeply meaningful

A gift to us in your Will is an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy that helps local animals. Your gift could help us continue to:

Rescue and rehabilitate injured and orphaned wildlife at our wildlife centre

Provide vital veterinary support to local pet owners who are struggling financially

Rehome abandoned, stray and neglected cats through our own fostering and rehoming programme

Provide 24,000+ hours of wildlife care

Give veterinary care support to 500+ animals

Help around 4,000 animals every year across North Wiltshire and Newbury

FAQs

We're incredibly thankful for every gift and there are three main types of gift you can leave:

  • A percentage gift (otherwise known as a residuary gift) - this is where you set aside a percentage of your remaining estate after funeral expenses, debts and other gifts have been paid. As you may not know the final value of your estate, you may find it easier to apportion gifts to your chosen beneficiaries (individuals or charities) by leaving residuary gifts.
  • A cash gift (otherwise known as a pecuniary gift) - this is a gift of a specified sum of money. All gifts make a real difference to the animals we care for, but it’s worth remembering that the eventual value of this type of gift is likely to be impacted by inflation. For example, a gift of £2,000 left today may only be worth £1,500 in 10 years’ time.
  • A specific legacy - this is a gift of a specific, named item. For example, it could be property, a piece of jewellery, artwork, or a car.

It is always worth leaving a gift, no matter how small. Gifts of all sizes help us continue to care for animals in need.

It's your choice if you want to tell us. If we know you intend to leave us a gift in your Will, it allows us to plan for the future.

You can let us know your intentions by contacting our Fundraising Team at fundraising@rspcanorthwilts.org.uk or by calling 07774488903.

Yes! Your solicitor can assist you with amending your Will. If you would like to include our Branch, we have included suggested wording below to ensure your wishes are carried out:

I give the sum of £ (or specify percentage of estate) to the RSPCA North Wiltshire and Newbury District Branch of Unit 6, Clearwater Business Park, Frankland Road, Blagrove, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 8YZ (registered charity number 1207040) for its general purposes and I declare that the receipt of the honorary treasurer or other proper officer of the said RSPCA North Wiltshire and Newbury District Branch for the time being shall be a full and sufficient discharge for the said legacy.

Gifts in Wills to charities are exempt from IHT and can reduce or eliminate the tax liability. Please seek professional advice when planning your estate.

How To Leave A Legacy To Your Local RSPCA Branch

If you are yet to create your Will and would like to learn more about our Branch, simply request your free Will guide below.