Including a charitable donation in your Will is a simple process that can provide far-reaching support for future generations.
Many of our alumni have been inspired to make a gift in this way. Among them is Former Mayor of Durham, Norman Richardson. He and wife Mildred made a donation in their Will to establish and maintain a full-time professorship in Travel and Tourism at Northumbria University. Alumnus Paul Winters has championed the progress of students through his named scholarship since 2015 and recently made provision in his Will to support widening access and participation.
Discussing your plans
We understand that the decision to leave a legacy donation is highly personal. We will work closely with you to identify an area of support that reflects your own concerns, passions and interests. We are unable to offer legal or financial advice, but we are happy to answer your questions about legacies in general. It is important to consult your legal adviser before drafting a new Will, updating an existing one or making other plans for your estate. We will also talk in detail with you, or your solicitor if requested, about the type of legacy that would be best suited to your wishes and circumstances. Typically, there are four options you may wish to consider;