Implications for Inheritance Tax

All legacies left to charities are free of inheritance tax. Your solicitor can advise you on how to make your will as tax efficient as possible. There is no inheritance tax on specific charitable gifts in wills and they have tax advantages. Seek advice from your solicitor.

At present you can leave money free of inheritance tax up to £325K. Then for each £100 above this its £60 (60%) to friends & family & £40 (40%) to the Treasury.The tax is reduced to 36% if you leave more than 10% of your estate to charity.

More Information

Why do I need a will?

To ensure your estate (everything that you own) is distributed in the way you wish it to be done.

Leaving a gift to EVC Uganda in your Will

EVC works hard to ensure your money is well spent and used cost effectively, in order to provide a future through education for some of the poorest children in the world. Leaving such a gift will also be a lasting legacy to you.

Guidance on finding a solicitor

We strongly advise you to use a fully qualified professional solicitor and can direct you as to how to find local solicitors in your area.

Implications for Inheritance Tax

Leaving money to a charity provides advantages relating to Inheritance Tax.