A gift in your will

We know that those you love come first. By choosing to leave a gift to Mental Health UK in your will, you can help us improve lives for people affected by poor mental health. Having guaranteed funds allows us to continue to help friends, family members and carers. Find the information you need to be able to leave us a gift in your will.

Leaving a gift in your will is an incredible way to help people affected by mental health problems. It’s a very personal and important decision, and we are here to help and answer any questions you may have.

There are two main types of gift you can leave in your will

A cash gift for a specific amount or a percentage of your estate. Here is the wording you can use in your will:

Wording for a cash gift

“I give (insert amount) to Mental Health UK (Registered Charity no. 1170815), 28 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7GR to be applied for its general purpose and the receipt of the Honorary Treasurer or other proper officer for the time being of Mental Health UK shall be a complete discharge to my executors.”

Wording for a percentage gift

“I give (insert percentage) of my residuary estate to Mental Health UK (Registered Charity no. 1170815), 28 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7GR to be applied for its general purpose and the receipt of the Honorary Treasurer or other proper officer for the time being of Mental Health UK shall be a complete discharge to my executors.”

Want help writing your will?

Making a Will is easier than you think, but we do recommend you use a registered solicitor or Will writer.

 

We’ve partnered with estate planning experts, Octopus Legacy, so you can write or update your will for free (covered up to £150) — online, in person, or phone/video.

 

They will always make sure your wishes are respected first and foremost. Applies to simple wills only, and wills with trusts are at a discounted rate.

 

To get started click below, or call Octopus Legacy on: 020 4525 3605, quoting Mental Health UK.

Start your will here

Set up a Tribute Fund

Raise money for mental health in memory of someone you love. You can use a Tribute Fund to share their story, track the difference you’re making and make a lasting legacy for your loved one.

Set up a Tribute Fund

You can make a difference

By leaving a gift in your will, you could help to improve the lives of people experiencing mental health problems.

"I remember feeling completely out of control — like I was drowning in a sea of thoughts I couldn’t shut off.

That was my wake-up call."

Read Emily’s story

"I lost my identity; the isolation, not having a daily routine, and a complete lack of purpose was not something I was prepared for.

I quite literally fell apart."

Read Chris’ story

"All my life I thought I was broken, but it turns out all those "broken" pieces of me were never joined in the first place. "

Read Angela’s story
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Get in touch

If you’re planning to leave a gift in your will for Mental Health UK, please get in touch with us via email and our fundraising team will help you with any questions you may have.

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What we do

We have supported people affected by mental health problems for over 40 years. Working across the UK, we bring together experts from four national mental health charities to improve understanding and provide vital care.

Support groups

Support groups bring together people with similar experiences of poor mental health, in a safe and non-judgemental environment to meet new people and learn new skills.

Advice

Our Mental Health and Money Advice service is the first of its kind, helping those affected by poor mental health and money problems.

Information

We provide easy-to-understand information about mental health and mental illness as well as how to seek support.