Leaving a gift in your will to Hounds for Heroes is a selfless act that will enable the Charity to continue providing assistance dogs to injured and disabled personnel of HM Armed Forces and Emergency Services. Your gift however small or large could and would make a positive impact on someone who has experienced a major change to their life and possibly their career.

By making a Will you can ensure your wishes, people and causes you care about are provided for, by remembering Hounds for Heroes in your Will you will help ensure that we continue to provide life enhancing assistance dogs to injured and disabled personnel of HM Armed Forces and Emergency Services.

All gifts make a real difference, it is a gift of a lifetime.

You don’t need to let us know that you have left us a gift in your will or are considering doing so. However, letting us know gives us an opportunity to thank you and make sure we can answer any questions you may have.  If you would like to let us know please email debbiepick@houndsforheroes.co.uk. If you prefer not to let us know, please accept our warmest thanks for your generosity.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What if I already have a Will and now wish to include Hounds for Heroes?

It is easy to add Hounds for Heroes to your Will. You can add a legal document to it known as a Codicil Form and update it at any time.

What information do I need to include Hounds for Heroes in my Will?

If you choose to include Hounds for Heroes in your Will, you will need the following information:-

Charity Name: Hounds for Heroes

Charity Number: 1134359 or SC043751

Address: 

Hounds for Heroes

Unit 2B Rookery Farm Buildings

Ramsdean

Petersfield

Hampshire

GU32 1RU

 

Can I choose how you use my gift?

We understand that might like to specify how your gift is used, but it would be useful for us if you don't. This is so it can be used where most needed at the time. Rest assured that we will always use your gift responsibly and effectively.

Are there any tax benefits for leaving a gift in my Will?

Yes, there are. Charities are exempt from inheritance tax and the value of your estate will be calculated after your charitable donations.

As well as the gift itself being tax free, charitable gifts can also reduce the amount of inheritance tax that the rest of your estate will pay. If you give at least 10% of your taxable estate to charity, the inheritance tax rate for the rest of your estate drops from 40% to 36%.