Legacy Giving
Leave a lasting gift of safe water, sanitation and hygiene for communities in Zambia and Mozambique.
Leave a legacy of safe water
After taking care of your loved ones, a gift in your Will to Village Water can help create lasting change for future generations.
For families in rural Zambia and Mozambique, access to safe water means healthier children, stronger communities and more opportunities to thrive. By leaving a gift in your Will, you can help ensure this vital work continues for years to come.
Every gift, no matter the size, will leave a lasting legacy.
The difference your gift could make
A future gift could help communities access safe water, improve sanitation facilities and create healthier futures.
Reliable water systems
Help ensure more people can access safe water in the future.
Healthier schools
Support children to learn, grow and thrive in a healthier environment.
Stronger communities
Create lasting opportunities for families and future generations.
Get your legacy guide
Download our Legacy Guide to learn more about leaving a gift in your Will and the difference your gift could make for the communities we support.
Plan your legacy
Leaving a gift to Village Water is entirely optional, but if you choose to remember us in your Will, your legacy could help bring safe water, sanitation and hygiene to communities where they’re needed most.
Gracious’s story
Gracious has been connected with Village Water since 2006. After receiving training in drilling and pump installation, she built a successful business, created jobs for others and trained people from local communities. Over 20 years later, her work continues to create opportunities for families across Zambia.
“By sharing these skills with others, I hope the benefits will continue long into the future.”
A gift in your Will can help create more stories like Gracious’s, opening up opportunities through safe water.
FAQ
A will is a way of looking after the people and causes you care about after you’ve died. It ensures your wishes are carried out. If someone dies without a will, the process of dealing with their estate becomes more complicated, causing stress for loved ones and potential financial costs.
There’s absolutely no obligation to leave a gift. Supporters who use the service often take care of their loved ones first. We’re always grateful to anyone who chooses to leave Village Water a gift, but it’s entirely your choice.
You can leave a specific amount of money, a percentage of your estate, or even a specific item. There are three main types of gifts:
A share of your estate (residuary gift)
A fixed sum of money (pecuniary gift)
A specific item, such as jewellery or property
The decision of what kind of gift to leave, or whether to leave one, is entirely yours.
You can update your will if your situation changes. Farewill provide an Update Service on their wills online, offering unlimited free updates for the first year, and £10 a year thereafter.
For most people, writing their will takes under 30 minutes with Farewill. It’s simple, guided, and you can do it at your own pace.
Farewill’s online service is suitable for those living in England and Wales. Supporters based in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are able to use Farewill’s telephone will service to complete their will.
During the process of writing your will with Farewill, you will be prompted to decide if you want to include a gift to our charity. There’s no requirement to do so, but if you choose to, just respond when asked with ‘Yes’ or ‘No’.
Farewill will then incorporate the appropriate wording into the will, and after it has been checked by their specialist team, the will is returned to you to be printed, signed, and witnessed.
Farewill makes will writing simple by providing online and telephone services that guide you through the process. Their team of specialists check your will for clarity and completeness.
However, Farewill is not a law firm, and they don’t provide individual legal advice. If you have complex circumstances â€â€“ for example, detailed tax planning needs – you should speak to a solicitor.
Call Farewill on (+44) 020 8050 2686‬ and they will let you know if your situation falls outside what their service can cover.
Please note that Village Water cannot provide legal or financial advice. If you have questions about your personal circumstances, we recommend seeking advice from a qualified solicitor or financial adviser.