Leaving a gift in your Will is one of the most powerful ways to protect children and prevent abuse for generations to come. Your legacy will ensure that we can continue our vital work—safeguarding children, preventing harm, and supporting those affected by abuse.
Did you know that just 1% of your estate could help prevent a child from being sexually abused? Your gift could create a future where countless children grow up free from harm, untouched by the trauma of sexual abuse.
Every contribution, no matter the size, plays a crucial role in sustaining our mission. The potential for impact is vast, but the reality is that the Lucy Faithfull Foundation must raise over £5 million annually to keep our life-changing services running.
The impact of your gift
Your legacy could directly fund essential work such as:
£5,000
Equips frontline professionals with the training they need to identify and prevent abuse.
£10,000
Supports our confidential helpline, providing expert guidance to families in crisis.
£100,000
Fuels research and policy initiatives that shape a safer future for children nationwide. (needs clarification)
Beyond financial figures, your generosity enables us to:
- Deliver vital education programmes that prevent abuse before it happens.
- Provide specialist support services for children and families at risk.
- Influence policies and legislation to strengthen child protection measures.
- Expand our reach to ensure more children can live safe, healthy lives.
By choosing to leave a gift in your Will, you are making an enduring commitment to the safety and well-being of future generations. Together, we can create a world where every child is protected and
Use the suggested wording
To include us in your Will, you can use the following wording:
“I leave [specific amount/percentage/item] to Lucy Faithfull Foundation, registered charity number [XXXX], for its general charitable purposes.”
Consult a professional, a solicitor or a Will writer who can help ensure your wishes are properly recorded.
Let us know (optional) if you choose to leave a gift, we’d love to acknowledge your generosity and keep you informed about the difference your legacy will make.
Our promise to you
- Your loved ones come first – we encourage you to provide for them before considering a gift to us.
- You won’t be pressured or asked to share your decision unless you wish to.
- You can change your mind at any time; your legacy is your choice.
- We will ensure your gift is used effectively to protect and support children.
FAQs
- Do I need to rewrite my Will to leave a gift? No, you can add a simple codicil (an amendment) to include us.
- Will my family be taken care of first? Yes, and we encourage you to prioritise your loved ones when making your Will.
- Can I change my mind later?? Your Will is flexible, and you can update it at any time.
- Who can I talk to?
Give in Memory
Honouring the memory of someone special can be a powerful way to support our mission to prevent child sexual abuse and protect children from harm. Every donation helps fund our crucial initiatives now and in the future.
Donating through your funeral director
Many people choose to collect donations instead of flowers at a loved one’s funeral, supporting a cause that was important to them. Your funeral director can help you arrange this, either by collecting donations at the service or setting up an online tribute page where family and friends can contribute.
Create a Tribute Fund
Setting up a Tribute Fund in your loved one’s name is a lasting way to honour their memory. Our tribute fund provides a space for family and friends to come together, share stories, and make donations that help protect children from harm. Click here to set up your page.
I chose the Lucy Faithfull Foundation because it provides a wide range of support, I think [it] is crucial to help the victims of child abuse, protect children, and provide a place for those who might abuse to seek guidance. If my abuser had an opportunity to talk to someone then my childhood and adulthood might have been very different. - Matt, Faithfull Friend
The Lucy Faithfull Foundation began by drawing together a group of this country’s foremost experts and heroically committed to tackling the prevention of sexual abuse of children. Over time, their cumulative expertise has persuaded a doctrinal shift in the ways in which offenders and their victims are treated by the police and prison services, by the courts and by statutory agencies, and has now established the Foundation as the ‘go to’ non-governmental organisation for parents and professionals needing help on how to protect children from sexual harm. Its work is discreet at times harrowing and always unquestioningly crucial. - Richard Monk, CMG OBE QPM former Metropolitan Police Commander and UN Police Commissioner in Bosnia and Kosovo
Get in touch
If you would like to discuss your In-Memory donation, set up a Tribute Fund, or learn more about leaving a legacy gift, please contact us at aowen@lucyfaithfull.org.uk.
Together, we can create a safer world where every child is protected from harm.
Our friendly team is here to help. If you have any questions, please contact our Head of Fundraising at jlevy@lucyfaithful.org.uk.
Every donation is vital to our work to prevent child sexual abuse. By donating, fundraising, or simply spreading the word about our work, your support will have a huge impact in helping us achieve our vision of a world in which children’s right to live free from abuse and exploitation becomes a reality.
Together, we can create a safer world for children.
