Leave a legacy of hope
After providing for your family and loved ones, leaving a gift to ASSIST in your Will is a meaningful way to help people seeking asylum in Sheffield long into the future.
Every legacy gift helps us continue providing safe accommodation, practical support and trusted advice to people who would otherwise be left without support.
Why your gift matters
The need for our services continues. While we hope for a fairer asylum system, many people still face homelessness, poverty and isolation while waiting for decisions about their future.
Legacy gifts give us greater financial security, helping us plan ahead and continue supporting people when they need us most.
Whether your gift is large or small, it can make a lasting difference.
Supporting vulnerable people seeking asylum in Sheffield will be my legacy; it costs nothing during my lifetime but will have a powerful impact in the future. - Helena, ASSIST Supporter
How do I leave a gift to ASSIST?
**Please note that the contents of this page are not intended to constitute legal advice. Anyone wishing to leave a gift to us in their will is advised to seek their own professional advice. You can find a list of solicitors and Will writers on the 'Remember a Charity' website.**
Leaving a gift in your Will is straightforward. Here are some steps to make it as easy as possible:
- Add up the estimated value of your estate and make a list of people/organisations that you would like to leave money, property or possessions to.
- Appoint at least one Executor to carry out the terms of your Will.
- We suggest visiting a solicitor or legal advisor to create or update your Will. Further down on this page are some examples of wording that we would propose you use if you were to include a gift to ASSIST.
- It is important to include the charity number and address of ASSIST in your Will. As well as this, you should also be as clear as possible about what you would like to leave and the amount.
- You may want to ask your legal advisor to keep a copy of your Will to ensure that it is stored safely.
- Finally, if you do decide to remember ASSIST in your Will, thank you so much. Your gift will help us in our efforts to ensure people are kept warm, safe and supported throughout their asylum journey.
How can I add a legacy for ASSIST to an existing Will?
To add a legacy to an existing Will, all you need is a codicil form. You can add a codicil for any minor changes to your will, including the addition of a charity. When speaking to your solicitor, they will advise you if a codicil is the best option for you. It’s a simple process, and to make it even easier, download our free ASSIST codicil form.
Some suggested wording for solicitors
Wording for a residuary gift (a percentage):
'I give my Residuary Estate [residuary estate will need to have been defined elsewhere in the will and is a gift made after deductions of debts, taxes and expenses, which usually fall on residue] to ASSIST Sheffield of Victoria Hall Methodist Church, Norfolk Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2JB, Charitable Incorporated Organisation Number 1154862.'
Wording for a Pecuniary gift (a specified amount):
'I give the sum of [£ in words and numbers] absolutely to ASSIST Sheffield of Victoria Hall Methodist Church, Norfolk Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2JB and I declare that the receipt of the treasurer or any other proper authorised officer of any charity benefiting under my will shall be a sufficient discharge for my Trustees who shall not be concerned as to the application of any gifts or payment.'
Our details
If you would like to leave a gift to ASSIST, please use the following details:
ASSIST Sheffield
Victoria Hall Methodist Church
Norfolk Street
Sheffield
S. Yorkshire
S1 2JB
Charitable Incorporated Organisation number: 1154862#
Thank you
If you choose to remember ASSIST in your Will, thank you.
Your generosity will help ensure people seeking asylum in Sheffield continue to find safety, dignity and support for years to come.
I've seen for myself the life-changing work ASSIST are doing. By leaving them a gift in my Will I can help ensure they are always there to help the most vulnerable people seeking asylum in our city. That's a good legacy to leave. - Mark, ASSIST Volunteer