Leaving a gift to our service in your Will is a very special kind of giving and a wonderful opportunity to do something positive in your lifetime.
Not only are you helping us to plan ahead for the future of our service, but you are making an important difference to the lives of others.
Our crew members share why legacy giving is so important
Did you know…
- 1 in 3 of our missions is funded by gifts in Wills.
- We are a charity that is funded entirely by the communities we serve.
- As little as 1% of your estate can help ensure our future.
Legacy Impact
Leaving a gift in your Will is an extraordinary way to ensure we can continue providing critical care when it's needed most.
Information for executors
Managing the estate of a loved one can be challenging. This information for executors could help.
Your free Gifts & Wills guide
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Our Legacy Promise
We promise to:
- Respect Your Wishes: We will honour the instructions you have outlined for your legacy.
- Use funds wisely: Your gift will be used efficiently and effectively to support our mission and enhance our services, making a real difference in the lives of those we help.
- Provide transparency: Our Annual Report conveys the important difference legacy gifts make to our service, ensuring transparency in our operations and illustrating the tangible benefits of the generosity of those who pledge to leave a legacy.
- Offer support: Our dedicated team is here to assist you and answer any questions you may have about leaving a legacy gift. We are committed to making the process as straightforward and reassuring as possible.
If you are thinking about leaving a gift in your Will and would like support, please contact [email protected] and a member of our team will be glad to assist you.
Your questions about leaving a gift in your Will
A Gift in a Will, sometimes called a legacy, is a donation you choose to leave to a charity after you’ve taken care of your loved ones. It can be a fixed sum, a percentage of your estate, or a specific item of value.
Gifts in Wills help secure the future of our lifesaving service. In recent years, around one in three of our missions have been funded by supporters who chose to leave a gift in their Will. Their generosity helps ensure expert critical care is available for future generations across Devon.
Absolutely. Even a gift of just 1% of your estate can make a significant difference while still leaving 99% to your loved ones. Every gift, no matter the size, helps save lives.
- A fixed sum of money (known as a pecuniary gift)
- A specific item, such as jewellery, artwork or property
- A share of your estate once other gifts, costs and taxes have been paid (known as a residuary gift)
Simply tell your solicitor that you would like to include Devon Air Ambulance in your Will. They will need our charity name, address and registered charity number (at the foot of our website).
While some people choose to write their own Will, we recommend seeking professional advice to ensure your wishes are accurately recorded. We also offer information about free Will-writing services to help you get started.
No. This is a personal decision and you are under no obligation to tell us. However, if you choose to let us know, we’d simply like the opportunity to thank you and keep you updated on the difference your future gift could make.
Yes. Your circumstances and wishes may change over time. You can update your Will whenever you wish by speaking to your solicitor or Will-writing provider.
Most people choose to leave an unrestricted gift so it can be used wherever the need is greatest in the future. If you have a specific wish in mind, we’d be happy to discuss this with you.
Gifts left to registered charities are exempt from inheritance tax, and in some circumstances may reduce the tax due on an estate. As everyone’s circumstances are different, we recommend seeking advice from a solicitor or independent financial adviser.