Animal Welfare

Leave a gift to RSPCA in your will

YOUR GIFT TO RSPCA CHANGES LIVES.

Rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes animals. Investigates animal cruelty and campaigns for animal welfare laws. Your legacy gift keeps their work alive.

Include RSPCA as a beneficiary in minutes.

60,000
animals rescued by charities each year
84%
of rescue work funded by public donations
40%
of animal charity income from legacy gifts

HOW YOUR GIFT MAKES A DIFFERENCE

Rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes animals. Investigates animal cruelty and campaigns for animal welfare laws. Promotes animal welfare and prevents cruelty. Every legacy gift — no matter how small — directly supports this mission and ensures their work continues for the next generation.

"When you leave a gift to RSPCA, you're not just giving money — you're giving hope, progress, and a future."

No gift is too small. Even 1% of your estate makes a lasting difference.

HOW TO INCLUDE RSPCA IN YOUR WILL

Step 1

START YOUR WILL ON EXIT STATE

Free to begin. Answer a few questions about your life, family, and wishes.

Step 2

ADD RSPCA AS A BENEFICIARY

We pre-fill their charity details. Choose what percentage or amount to leave.

Step 3

SIGN WITH 2 WITNESSES

Print, sign, and have 2 witnesses present. Your gift is secured.

TYPES OF GIFTS YOU CAN LEAVE

PECUNIARY GIFT

A fixed amount (e.g. £5,000). Simple and predictable.

RESIDUARY GIFT

A percentage of your estate after debts and expenses. Grows with your wealth.

SPECIFIC GIFT

A particular item — property, shares, or valuables. Direct and personal.

TAX BENEFITS OF GIVING IN YOUR WILL

Charitable gifts are 100% exempt from Inheritance Tax.

Leave 10%+ of your estate to charity → IHT drops from 40% to 36%.

On a £500,000 estate, that saves your family ~£6,500.

Your gift to RSPCA is completely IHT-free.

WHY USE EXIT STATE?

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RSPCA

Registered Charity No. 219099
Category: Animal Welfare

Promotes animal welfare and prevents cruelty

Read our full guide: Leaving Money to RSPCA in Your Will

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does RSPCA know I'm leaving them a gift?

Not automatically — you can notify them, or they'll be informed by your executor after your death.

Can I leave a gift AND look after my family?

Absolutely — most people leave 1-10% to charity, with the rest going to family.

What if RSPCA closes?

Your executor can redirect to a similar charity, or you can name an alternative in your will.

Is this legally binding?

Yes, when properly witnessed per the Wills Act 1837.

How much should I leave?

Any amount helps. Even 1% of your estate makes a meaningful difference.

YOUR LEGACY. THEIR FUTURE.

Write your will and include RSPCA — start free today.

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RSPCA is a registered charity (No. 219099). Exit State is not affiliated with RSPCA. This page is for informational purposes.