Why are Legacies so important?

If you are considering supporting Your Place, a gift in your Will is a wonderful way to support people affected by homelessness. Any amount left in your Will can make a world of difference to the lives of  present and future residents at Your Place.

Craig’s story

“My family and I found ourselves homeless when I was young, staying with a lot of different people, including some families and friends, or whoever would offer somewhere to stay. There was a mix of feeling scared or unwelcome each time we moved. We felt like such a burden, which added to a sense of shame. Places weren't always safe, and this really shook me as a teenager.”

At Your Place, it's not just about housing – it's about the one-to-one support that helps each person rebuild their life with confidence and dignity. By supporting  Your Place and leaving a gift in your Will, you are empowering each individual to end their homelessness.

How can I leave a gift in my Will?

Whether you have never written a Will, or you are amending an existing one, a Will can be created free of charge by using any free Will-writing service; we recommend our online partner, Octopus Legacy, but it is your choice

Where a more complex estate or Will is involved, you may wish to use a solicitor, however to leave a gift in your Will, you do not need one. Both options can offer peace of mind and a long-lasting legacy of love, kindness and support.

To remember Your Place in your Will, simply include our details:

Your Place at Anchor House
81 Barking Road
London E16 4HB

Registered charity number 1147794

What can I leave?

You can leave a fixed amount, an item, multiple items, or you can leave what remains after other gifts have been given out. This information is laid out in the link above. You can also donate land, property or shares if you wish. All generosity will make an impact to those who need your help the most.

Further information on donating land, property and shares can be found via the HMRC link below.

Contacting Your Place

Leaving a gift in your Will can be private and personal for many people, and at Your Place we always respect and safeguard the anonymity of those who choose this method of giving. You do not need to inform Your Place if you leave a gift in your Will, although we always love to hear from you.

“Writing my will gave me the sense of security that I longed for when I was homeless”.

– Craig

If you have a question about Gifts in Wills or Your Place, or just wish to discuss the process without obligation, please get in touch. Anwar Beeharry is our Senior Individual Giving and Legacies Officer, and will be happy to hear from you. Anwar can be contacted at: legacy@your-place.org.uk, or simply give him a call on 07399 653 512.

If you wish to discuss how you wish your legacy to be used, or to arrange an “in memoriam” gift, please get in touch and our Legacies team will be happy to help. You can also find out more about Your-Place via the Charity Commission.

Alternatively you can download a copy of our latest Impact Report below, which features feedback and stories from residents.

We are always delighted to hear from supporters, either anonymously or in-person, who might be considering legacy giving, or have already generously left a legacy. We would love to hear why you are considering a gift in your Will, or why you have already chosen to make an impact and support people at Your Place.

Are there tax benefits?

Leaving a gift in your Will can help reduce the tax burden on your estate and the link below from the HMRC explains the 10% rule. As a charity, we are not permitted to give advice on legal tax matters, so it is recommended to contact a qualified tax advisor if you are unsure about any implications.

HMRC calculate each person’s taxation and set taxation rates in the UK.

Further information about tax relief, the 10% rule and leaving a gift in your Will to charities can be found by clicking on the button below.

What can my legacy do?

By leaving a gift to Your Place, you are standing with people facing homelessness, giving them hope. Not only this, but you are supporting our mission of solving homelessness one person at a time. 1 in 20 people in Newham facing homelessness is a shocking statistic, but behind it are real people who need your support.

Your gift will:

– Drive lasting change for people experiencing homelessness.

– Support people into permanent housing

– Support people towards independent living

– Care for people’s wellbeing with holistic support

– Create a safe space, a sanctuary, a healing place to grow

To hear more about the impact your support has every day, check out our Resident Stories.