Even a small gift can have a big impact. If you are thinking of including a legacy gift to us in your will, we thank you. You will be making a huge difference for future generations in your community.
Leaving a legacy is a deeply personal decision, and we respect your privacy. We will never pressure you in any way and fully understand that you may wish to change your mind at any time in the future.
While you are not required to inform us about your decision to leave a gift in your Will, we would love the opportunity to thank you and keep you updated on our work.
– Jonathan Irwin
Pecuniary gift in a will is a gift of a specific sum
“I give the sum of €—- to Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation and I direct that the receipt of the treasurer or other proper officer for the time being of said organisation shall be proper and sufficient discharge for the same”
A residuary gift is a share of your estate left over after family and friends have been taken care of. These gifts are incredibly valuable in supporting our work.
“I give to the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation a [insert fraction] share of the residue of my estate, and I direct that the receipt of the treasurer or other authorised officer shall be a full and sufficient discharge of the same.”
Specific item is where you generously select a specific item of value like stocks, shares, jewellery, property, the proceeds of a life insurance policy or other valuable items
“I bequeath (the Item specified) to the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation and I direct that the receipt of the treasurer or other proper officer for the time being of the said organisation shall be proper and sufficient discharge for the same”
Codicil to a will is an addition to a will if you have written your will and decide you would like to leave a gift to the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation.
You can ask your solicitor to add a codicil to your will and it is signed in the same way as your original will with a witness present. It is then added to the permanent part of your will.
The purpose of a will is to ensure that your property and belongings are distributed according to your wishes after you’re gone, providing peace of mind for both you and your loved ones.
To make a Will, you will need to:
Remember, seeking legal advice is essential when making or revising your Will to ensure everything is in place.
Writing or amending your Will doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. Through our partnership with FreeWill Ireland, Jack and Jill offers a Free Will Service for supporters and their partners to create a simple Will online at no cost. If your circumstances are more complex, we recommend seeking a solicitor’s guidance.
There is no obligation to leave a gift to Jack and Jill, but if you choose to do so, we would be incredibly grateful. Your support helps us build a long-term vision to care for families nationwide.
To help you write your Will from the comfort of your own home, we’ve partnered with FreeWill Ireland to offer you a free online Will-writing service.
Here’s how you can get started:
Before starting your Will, you can find helpful information at [this link]. Along with your voucher code, we will also send you a guidance document to help you prepare for the process.
If you would like to talk in confidence and without any obligation, please don’t hesitate to contact us today!
