It really is simpler than you think to change a child’s life. Will you let your magic live on and make a gift in your Will to Alder Hey Children’s Charity?
At Alder Hey Children’s Charity, gifts in Wills left by our kind supporters are transforming the lives of our young patients and their families.
These special gifts help us develop crucial new treatments, fund state-of-the-art medical equipment and create magical ward experiences during a child’s time at Alder Hey. We provide care to over 450,000 children, young people and families each year, but to us every single child, every young person is an individual and it’s our ongoing mission to provide them not only with exceptional care, but also to do all we can to ensure they feel happy, safe and that their Alder Hey experience is sprinkled with magic.
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Supporter Stories
Read some of the inspiring stories of people whose legacies have made a difference by leaving a gift in their Will to Alder Hey Children's Charity
Making Your Will
Making a Will can feel like a big step, especially if you’ve never done it before, but you don’t have to do it alone. Take a look at the options available to you thanks to our partners.
Frequently asked questions
ALREADY HAVE A WILL DO I NEED TO MAKE A NEW ONE?
You may be able to record any changes simply by adding a codicil or a letter of wishes to your current Will, although it is best to check with a solicitor.
CAN I WRITE MY OWN WILL?
You can write your own Will, but we recommend using a qualified solicitor to make a new Will or amend an existing one. Using a solicitor will give you peace of mind that your Will is valid and legally sound, and that your wishes will be met. Whilst you may have your own solicitor, Alder Hey Children’s Charity is partnered with several who can start the process for you, possibly even for free - see below for details.
HOW DO I WRITE MY WILL?
- Create a list of what to leave and to whom
- Choose and ask at least two people you trust to be executors
- Speak to a solicitor or will-writing expert to have your will drawn up
- Keep your will safe and secure (ideally with your solicitor)
- Let your family know if you’ve included Alder Hey Children’s Charity in your will
WHO DO YOU RECOMMEND I WRITE MY WILL WITH?
We have partnered with Farewill and the National Free Wills Network to offer free wills to our supporters.
Farewill is the largest Will writer in the UK and has won multiple awards for its service, including National Will Writing Firm of the Year 2019 and 2020. You can access a FREE online Will by using the code 'ALDERHEY-WEB’ by clicking here. To use the telephone Will service via Farewill, you can request a call back by clicking here.
The National Free Wills Network is a service of local solicitors who will write or update your Will for FREE. All you need to do is request a Will-writing pack below, which includes a list of solicitors near you where you can book an appointment to speak to a specialist. To request more information and to write your FREE will with the National Free Wills Network, please fill in this form.
HOW DO I INCLUDE A GIFT TO ALDER HEY CHILDREN’S CHARITY IN MY WILL?
A solicitor can advise you as to what type of gift you may wish to leave, but as a starting point you can provide them with our address and registered charity number.
Our registered charity number is 1160661 and our registered address is Alder Hey Children's Charity, Eaton Road, Liverpool L12 2AP.
Should you have any questions about leaving a Gift in your Will, please do get in touch with our Legacy Fundraiser, Megan, who will be happy to help you.
Email: legacies@alderhey.nhs.uk
Telephone: 0151 953 0177
Alder Hey Children’s Charity, Registered Charity Number 1160661.
There is never any obligation to leave a gift in your Will.