Leave gift in your will | Countryside Alliance

Your legacy makes a difference

Every gift to the Countryside Alliance means a great deal to us and will help us protect the countryside and campaign for causes and interests you care about for future generations to enjoy.

Your gift to the Countryside Alliance will help us to:

Improve people's understanding of hunting, shooting, fishing, and the rural way of life
Protect the countryside and ensure the voice of rural communities is heard

Ways to leave a legacy..

A lump sum

Your generous contribution will provide lasting support for vital initiatives.

A share of an estate

Make a lasting impact on rural communities by allocating a share of your estate.

Personal belongings

Extend a compassionate hand to rural lives by including personal belongings in your will.

Leaving a gift in your will questions

FAQS

I would like to leave the Countryside Alliance a gift in my Will. How do I organise this?

Thank you for considering a legacy gift in your Will to support the Countryside Alliance. Your generosity will ensure we have the expertise to advance campaigns that preserve the countryside you know and love.

We would recommend that you speak with a Solicitor before writing or amending your Will. They can also advise you on the types of gifts you can leave.

Your Solicitor will need to know our full name and address (and charity number):

Name: Countryside Alliance

Registered address: China Works, Black Prince Road, London, SE1 7SJ

(Registered Charity Number: 1121034)

I would like to leave the Countryside Alliance a gift in my Will. What wording should I use?

The following are example wordings for you to discuss with your Solicitor when drafting your Will:

Pecuniary gift (a fixed sum)

I give to Countryside Alliance, China Works, Black Prince Road, London, SE1 7SJ (registered charity number 1121034) the sum of £….. (words and figures) to be used for its general charitable purposes, and I declare that the receipt of their Treasurer or other proper officer shall be a full and sufficient discharge.

Residuary gift (a gift of the share of the estate)

I give % ….share of the residue of my estate to Countryside Alliance, China Works, Black Prince Road, London, SE1 7SJ (registered charity number 1121034) the sum of £….. (words and figures) to be used for its general charitable purposes, and I declare that the receipt of their Treasurer or other proper officer shall be a full and sufficient discharge.

What if I already have a Will?

If you already have a Will and wish to include a gift to the Countryside Alliance, you can add a codicil to include your donation. We recommend consulting with your Solicitor to ensure it aligns with the rest of your Will.

What is your postal address (and charity number)

Our registered address is:

Countryside Alliance
China Works
Black Prince Road
London
SE1 7SJ

Who should I contact if I am an Executor or Solicitor?

If you are administering an estate or are executing a Will where the Countryside Alliance is mentioned, please contact our Legacy Team on 020 7840 9212, or email info@ca-foundation.org.

The following information might be useful.

Payment by bank transfer:

If you would like to make a legacy donation via bank transfer, please contact us at info@ca-foundation.org with the following information:

The full name and last known address of the deceased, so that we can update our membership records.
The executor’s name and contact details so that we can issue a formal receipt.

We will then provide you with our bank details and a reference number for your payment.

Payment by cheque

If you would like to make a payment by cheque, please make it payable to 'Countryside Alliance' and include the following information:

The full name and last known address of the deceased, so we can update our membership records.
The executor’s name and contact details, so we can issue a formal receipt.

Please post to the Legacy Administrator at:
Countryside Alliance
China Works
Black Prince Road
London
SE1 7SJ

I would like donations to be made to the Countryside Alliance in lieu of flowers. How should I do this?

By including a request in your Will, clearly stating your wish for donations to be made to in lieu of flowers (apart from family flowers) you will ensue your wishes are met. Example wording for you to discuss with your Solicitor when drafting your Will:

“In lieu of flowers (apart from family flowers), I request my executor to ensure that donations be made to the Countryside Alliance, China Works, Black Prince Road, London SE1 7SJ, at my funeral."