Leave a gift in your will

If you would like to remember The Cat & Rabbit Rescue Centre in your will as a legacy to us, please download our information leaflet that explains how to do this, or contact your solicitor.

Don’t forget even a small amount can make a huge difference to the 100s of animals we help year on year.

We receive no government funding and rely totally on the generosity of our supporters in order to continue our vital work.

Please don’t forget to make provisions for your own pets. The Cat & Rabbit Rescue Centre can help but please let us know your wishes beforehand.

Thank you in advance for you donation.

Download our information leaflet

Write Your Will Online For Free

It is now more convenient and secure than ever to leave a gift in your Will. We work with Make a Will Online to help our supporters turn these intentions into a reality. This simple, free service allows you to create your Will quickly and securely – and includes gifts to the people and causes that matter most to you.

Every will is checked by a fully qualified solicitor, and if you have any legal questions, you can get these answered too. You will also gain free access to Capacity Vault, the best way to protect your wishes in your Will online.

Make a Will Online

Your Data

When you make an online Will using the link above, we find out information that is very useful for our campaigns: when a Will is made, how much is pledged, and the types of gifts. When you provide consent, we also learn your name and contact details, so we can thank you and keep you up to date with the work we are doing. We know that some of our supporters want to make a Will and leave an anonymous gift without us finding out about this. If you want to do this, you can use this link to Make A Will Online.

Whichever way you choose to remember us, we are incredibly grateful!

Write your Will face-to-face

If you already have a solicitor or would rather speak with a solicitor about your Will face to face, you should do so. Also, if you have a large estate or a complex Will, you should

speak with a solicitor. Where there is a worry due to medication or a dementia related illness, we always suggest speaking with a solicitor face to face. If you don’t have one, you can find a local solicitor using the Law Society website.

Please make sure your solicitor uses our full details. Our name: The Cat and Rabbit Rescue Centre CIO, our charity number: 1197958, and our registered address: Holborow Lodge, Chalder Lane, Sidlesham, PO20 7

Loved For Life

In the event of your passing or going into care, your pet deserves a home that is as loving and caring as the one they have right now, no matter what.

With our Loved for Life service, you’ll have peace of mind that your pet will be left in the hands of our dedicated Animal Care Team, who will care for them when you are no longer able to do so. Visit our Loved For Life page for more information.

Loved For Life

FAQs

How do I amend my existing Will?

If you already have a Will and would like to make changes, such as leaving a gift to CRRC, you can use a codicil – a separate instruction kept alongside your Will. You can also ask your solicitor to help you make a change to your Will.

Are there Inheritance Tax Benefits?

Gifts in Wills to charities are exempt from inheritance tax, and leaving a gift in your Will to a charity can even help to reduce the tax burden on your estate. Your legal advisor will be able to explain inheritance tax relating to your specific circumstances.

Do I have enough money to leave a gift in my Will?

There is no minimum requirement for the size of a gift in your Will. Every gift we are given, no matter how big or small, makes a real, tangible impact on the lives of the hundreds of cats, rabbits and guinea pigs we help every year.

However you can support us, it is hugely appreciated!

What do I do as an executor of a Will?

If you have been named as an executor of a Will and need to send us a gift, please get in touch with our team at fundraising@crrc.co.uk.

Should I tell you about my gift?

While there is no obligation to tell us if you’ve left us a gift in your Will, we love to hear from our loyal supporters, as it helps us to make plans for the future. We would also love to be able to thank you for remembering our charity in such a personal way, and send you updates about the work that we are doing.

If you have any questions or would like to talk to us about leaving a gift in your Will, we would love to hear from you. Please don’t hesitate to contact our Fundraising Team using the details below:

Phone: 01243 967111

Email: fundraising@crrc.co.uk

Post: Fundraising Team, The Cat and Rabbit Rescue Centre, Holborow Lodge, Chalder Lane, Sidlesham, Chichester PO20 7RJ