Making or updating a will is often straightforward, and you don’t have to be wealthy to make a meaningful difference. Your loved ones should always come first — and when the time feels right, even a small gift to Orpheus can have a lasting impact.
How to leave a gift in your will
Making a will is usually a simple process. If you already have a will, there is no need to start again — you can make changes by adding a codicil, which acts as an amendment to your existing will.
Ways to leave a gift
There are three main ways to leave a gift to the Orpheus Centre:
A share of your estate
A percentage of what remains after other gifts and costs have been taken care of. Many people choose this option as it keeps pace with inflation.
A fixed sum of money
You can choose to leave a specific amount. There is no minimum or maximum — every gift helps support future students.
A specific item
You may wish to leave a particular item, such as jewellery, artwork or a musical instrument. We would arrange for the item to be valued and sold, with the proceeds supporting Orpheus’ work.
Suggested wording for your will
To ensure your gift reaches us exactly as you intend, please include our full charity details:
I give a …% share of the residue of my estate to the Orpheus Centre (Registered Charity number 1105213), North Park Lane, Godstone, Surrey RH9 8ND.
or
I give to the Orpheus Centre (Registered Charity number 1105213), North Park Lane, Godstone, Surrey RH9 8ND the sum of [amount in words and figures].
Getting help with your will
Using a solicitor
A correctly written will gives peace of mind that your wishes are clearly recorded. You can find a solicitor local to you through the Law Society.
Free will writing service
We have partnered with Farewill to offer supporters a free simple will online.
Use the code “independence” to claim your free will.
If you need any help, please contact:
[email protected]
From time to time, we may also be able to offer free or reduced rate wills — please get in touch to find out more.
Our promise to you
If you choose to leave a gift to Orpheus, we promise that:
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- You don’t have to tell us your decision — your privacy will always be respected
- Your family and loved ones come first
- We will never pressure you
- Any gift will be used responsibly to transform young people’s lives
- Your gift will be handled sensitively and respectfully, in line with legacy codes of conduct
- We will never share your details without your permission
You can be confident that your gift will be in safe hands.
