Jersey Legacy Week 2026
Leave a Better Tomorrow
Leaving a Gift in Your Will
A gift in your Will is a meaningful way to support a cause that matters to you beyond your lifetime.
After taking care of the people closest to you, you may choose to leave a gift to one or more charities. Your gift could help protect something you care about, continue important services or create opportunities for future generations.
What is a charitable legacy?
A charitable legacy is a gift left to a charity in your Will. This could be:
- a fixed amount of money
- a specific item or asset
- a share of your estate
There is no expectation about the size of a gift. Every legacy is personal, and every gift can make a difference.
Why leave a gift to charity?
A gift in your Will can help a charity:
- continue vital services
- plan for the future
- support people and communities
- protect places, heritage or the environment
- develop new projects
- create lasting impact for future generations
For some charities, a single legacy can make a significant difference.
How do I get started?
If you are thinking about leaving a gift to charity, speak to a solicitor or professional adviser about your wishes.
They can help you understand the options available and make sure your Will reflects what you want to happen.
You may also wish to speak directly to the charity you are considering supporting. They can tell you more about their work and the difference future gifts could make.
Already have a Will?
You do not necessarily need to start again if you decide you would like to include a charitable gift.
Speak to your solicitor or professional adviser about the best way to update your existing Will.
Watch and learn
Hear from local professional advisers and supporters about legacy giving, making a Will and the difference charitable gifts can make.
Will you leave a better tomorrow?
The Jersey we enjoy today exists because someone chose to give back.
A gift in your Will is an opportunity to help shape what comes next — supporting the people, places and causes you care about for future generations. Jersey is home to charities supporting people, communities, health, education, heritage, culture, the environment and many other causes.
Explore Jersey charities and start the conversation today.