The Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter relies heavily on legacies to fund our vital animal welfare work in the North East.
If you would like further information, please contact:
Genna Reece,
Benton North Farm, Benton Lane,
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE12 8EH.
Please click the link below to download our legacy information leaflet
in printable pdf format:
Born in the North East, saving lives in the North East
“Animals don’t ask much of us, just the basic necessities and some joy in their lives. It is so easy to help an animal and the feeling is great when you have personally helped to benefit their lives.”
“Leaving a legacy means my love for animals will live on through the excellent work of the shelter. My family will be proud to know that my gift has made a lasting difference to the lives of many animals”
Leaving a gift in your will is a lasting tribute to your life that will also help thousands of animals
We have been saving lives in the North East since 1896 and we rely entirely on donations and legacies to fund our vital work.
It is legacies that enable us to provide veterinary care and shelter to thousands of animals every year.
Claremont Road opened in 1916 and legacies have enabled us to rebuild much needed new kennels with runs for our canine residents.
Your most important questions answered
Q. Do I have to name an actual charity, or can I just leave the money ‘to help disabled children’ or ‘to help animals’?
A. It’s best to be specific – that’s the only way to be sure your wishes are completely clear. If you would like to confirm any of our charity’s details, please contact Julie Parkin at www.dogandcatshelter.com.
Q. Do I need to tell Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter that I’ve included them in my will?
A. It’s not essential, but we would be delighted if you chose to. Simply phone or write to Julie Parkin. Any information will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Q. What are the tax advantages of leaving money to chartity?
A. If you leave money and possessions worth more than a set value, currently £285,000 your beneficiaries (the people you’re leaving it to) may have to pay 40% Inheritance Tax on the amount over that threshold. £285,000 may seem a great deal of money but, if you include your home, you could find your savings and possessions add up to more than that. However, donations to charity are exempt from tax, so anything you leave to Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter is free of Inheritance Tax and we will receive the full amount. Ask your solicitor about the best ways to use your will to reduce tax.
Q. What will it cost me?
A. When your solicitor is next updating your will simply ask them to include a donation to your favourite cause. It doesn’t need to cost anything extra if you are already revising your will. Apart from that there’s only the price of the phone call to tell us – that’s all it will cost in your lifetime.
Q. Do I have to leave a lot?
A. It’s up to you. We would be grateful for any amount you are able to afford and your donation will make a real difference to Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter’s work.
Q. I want to include Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter in my will, what do I do next?
A. Simply tell your solicitor you want to include Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter in your will and what you want to leave and they’ll make the necessary changes. Our details are in this leaflet.
On behalf of Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter – Thank you very much.
Remember A Charity
In the biggest combined effort of its kind ever in the UK, over 130 UK charities have joined forces with the legal profession in a bid to raise awareness about donations to charity in wills.
The campaign is designed to change attitudes, generate enthusiasm and increase the number of people leaving money to charities. Together we can all leave the world a better place.
For more information about Remember A Charity please visit the Campaign website at www.rememberacharity.org.uk or call the Campaign freephone number on 08081 80 20 80
Everyone can leave the world a better place remember a charity in your will Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter is a part of Remember A Charity Charities working together for a better future.
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