Leave a Legacy
Leaving Foundation Nepal a gift in your will helps us to plan ahead and develop long-term programmes to end poverty in the most disadvantaged parts of Nepal.
After first thinking about the needs of family and friends, many people decide to make a donation in their will to a charity they believe is making a difference. Regardless of the size of donations, Foundation Nepal particularly appreciates legacy gifts because they enable us to plan long-term funding for specific projects.
Types of Legacy
These are the three different types of legacy most commonly left to charities through wills:
Residuary Legacy:
The residue of an estate, or a share of the residue, after other bequests to family and friends have been made and all debts, taxes and expenses have been paid
Pecuniary Legacy:
A specific sum of money that is determined when the will or codicil is written
Specific Legacy:
A particular item of value that is bequeathed, for example jewellery, shares or property
Practical Information
If you already have a will, it’s easy to amend it to include a donation to Foundation Nepal. This is done by completing a codicil, which your solicitor can help you with. Your solicitor may wish to use the following sample wording:
1. For a gift of the residue of an estate:
"I give to Foundation Nepal of 3 New Road, Galway all (or a fraction) of the residue of my estate whatsoever and wheresoever, and I direct that the receipt of the Treasurer or other officer for the time being of the said Organisation shall be a full and sufficient discharge of the same".
2. For a gift of a fixed sum or specific item:
"I give the sum of €_______ or I bequeath (the item specified)____________ to Foundation Nepal of 3 New Road, Galway and I direct that the Treasurer or other proper officer for the time being of the said Organisation shall be proper and sufficient discharge for the same".
More information
To find out more about leaving a legacy contact us at +353 (0)91 446864 or info@foundation-nepal.org in the strictest of confidence.
