Leave a gift in your Will to Hopefield Animal Sanctuary
After taking care of the people closest to you, a gift to Hopefield can give abused, neglected and unwanted animals safety, specialist care and a loving home for life.
Whatever its size, your gift could help ensure animals in need are protected for generations to come.
There is no pressure or obligation, and you never have to tell us if you decide to include Hopefield in your Will.
Let your love for animals live on
Looking to leave a gift in your Will to an animal charity? Hopefield has been rescuing animals since 1983. Today, more than 700 rescued animals call our sanctuary home, from horses, donkeys and farm animals to parrots, reptiles and exotic mammals.
Many arrive after experiencing neglect, abuse or abandonment. Some need urgent veterinary treatment, specialist diets or ongoing medication, while others simply need time, patience and a safe place to recover.
We receive no government funding towards our work, so gifts in Wills are incredibly important. They help us plan for the future, continue providing lifelong care and be there for more animals when they have nowhere else to turn.
Your gift could help provide:
- Nutritious food and specialist diets
- Essential veterinary treatment and medication
- Safe, comfortable housing and enrichment
- Lifelong care for animals who cannot be rehomed
- A second chance for more animals in desperate need
A second chance for animals like Juliet
When Juliet arrived at Hopefield, she was severely underweight, heavily wormed and suffering from painful chemical burns caused by bleach. She had endured unimaginable cruelty and needed intensive treatment.
With specialist veterinary care, nutritious food and plenty of patience and love, Juliet gradually recovered. Today, she is a healthy, beautiful horse enjoying the safe and happy life she always deserved.
Her transformation shows what long-term care and kindness can achieve. By leaving a gift in your Will, you can help make more second chances like Juliet’s possible.
Before: Juliet shortly after arriving at Hopefield, desperately in need of care.
After: Juliet safe, healthy and thriving in her forever home.
Three ways to leave a gift in your Will
Your family and friends should always come first. Once you have provided for those closest to you, there are three main ways you can remember Hopefield:
A fixed sum (e.g. £1 or above)
Known as a pecuniary gift, this allows you to leave a specific sum of money to Hopefield. Every gift matters, regardless of its size.
A share of your estate
Known as a residuary gift, this is a percentage or share of what remains after your loved ones have been provided for and any costs have been paid. Because it is a percentage rather than a fixed amount, this type of gift usually keeps its value over time.
A specific item or asset
You may choose to leave something valuable, such as property, jewellery, shares or another item. A solicitor or appropriately qualified Will-writing professional can help you decide which option is most suitable for your circumstances.
How to include Hopefield in your Will
Including Hopefield can be straightforward:
- Speak to an independent solicitor or appropriately qualified Will-writing professional.
- Explain that you would like to leave a gift to Hopefield Animal Sanctuary.
- Give them our full charity name, registered charity number and address.
- Your adviser can then recommend suitable wording and the right type of gift for you.
Our registered charity details
Charity name: Hopefield Animal Sanctuary
Registered charity number: 1181186
Address: Hopefield Animal Sanctuary, Sawyers Hall Farm, Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9BZ
Providing these details helps ensure your gift reaches the correct charity.
If you already have a Will
If you already have a will and would like to add or change a gift to Hopefield, please speak to a solicitor or qualified will-writing professional about making a codicil or updating your will. A Letter of Wishes is not legally binding and should not be relied upon to leave a gift to Hopefield.
Could a charitable gift reduce inheritance tax?
Under current UK rules, gifts left to registered charities are generally deducted from the value of an estate before Inheritance Tax is calculated. Leaving 10% or more of your estate to charity may also reduce the rate of Inheritance Tax applied to the taxable part of your estate.
Tax rules and individual circumstances can change, so we recommend seeking independent professional advice.
Join Hopefield's Animal Legacy Club
Whether you are beginning to explore your options or have already included Hopefield in your Will, we would love to welcome you to our free Animal Legacy Club.
Members can receive:
- Our free guide to leaving a gift in your Will
- Special news and updates from the sanctuary
- Exclusive opportunities and invitations
- A confidential conversation with our Legacy Lead
- The opportunity to discuss how you would like your kindness to be remembered at Hopefield
Joining is completely free and does not commit you to leaving a gift. You do not need to tell us the value of your intended gift or share any details from your Will.
To speak to Parami, our Legacy Officer, please email parami@hopefield.org.uk. Any conversation will be treated sensitively and in confidence.
REQUEST YOUR FREE LEGACY GUIDE
Complete the short form below to request your guide, join our Animal Legacy Club or arrange a confidential conversation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to tell Hopefield that I have included the charity in my Will?
No. Your Will is private and you are under no obligation to tell us. If you choose to let us know, it gives us the opportunity to thank you and welcome you to our Animal Legacy Club.
Does my gift need to be a large amount?
Not at all. Gifts of every size can make a meaningful difference when combined with the kindness of other supporters.
Can I change my mind later?
Yes. Your Will remains entirely your decision and you can change it in the future. Always seek professional advice when making any amendments.
Can I ask for my gift to support a particular area of Hopefield’s work?
Please speak to us before placing restrictions on a gift. We can discuss your wishes and help ensure they can be fulfilled in the future. An unrestricted gift gives Hopefield the greatest flexibility to use it wherever animals need it most.
Can Hopefield help write my Will?
We can provide information about Hopefield and our registered charity details, but we cannot provide legal or financial advice. We recommend speaking to an independent solicitor or appropriately qualified Will-writing professional.
Your kindness can become their future
A gift in your Will is an extraordinary way to celebrate your love for animals and give vulnerable animals safety, care and hope long into the future.
Thank you for considering making Hopefield part of your lasting legacy.
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