West Central London Mind has been changing lives in the local community for over 40 years. Be part of our future and make sure generations to come never have to face a mental health concern alone by leaving a gift in your will. 

How to leave a gift in your Will in six simple steps

  1. Calculate the value of your assets and deduct any debt you may have. 
  2. Choose your executors to carry out your wishes and name any beneficiaries in your will. 
  3. Decide who you’d like to remember in your will. Many people leave gifts to family, friends or charities.  
  4. We recommend you get a solicitor to help you write your Will.  
  5. Keep your will in a safe place and notify your executors and solicitor where this is kept. 
  6. If you decide to leave a gift for us, please let us know by emailing [email protected] so we can pass on our appreciation. 

You can also download our booklet, a free Wills Guide, for more information on choosing the right type of legacy for you. 

Download our Wills Guide!

 

How Your Gift Can Help 

Mental health is now the UK’s top health concern and the demand for services has never been greater. Last year, we supported over 22,000 people but the growing need in our communities has stretched resources to their limits. To continue making a difference, we need your help.

Knowing that we can count on gifts in Wills in years to come means that we can plan ahead and continue to support future generations.

 

My outlook has changed. I am involved in more activities in the community, and I have a better outlook on life and society.

WCL Mind brought me back from the edge. They helped me change the course of my life.

Your gift could help transform the lives of future generations in so many ways

£1,000

could run our Walk & Talk group for six weeks, offering up to 12 people a safe, supportive space to build connections and strengthen their mental health.

£3,500

could provide four months of Green Minds, our ecotherapy programme that helps up to 15 people per session connect with nature and improve their mental wellbeing.

£12,000

could fund a small project like Music in Mind for a full year. A programme helping people experiencing mental health problems to compose and produce music, boosting self-expression and confidence. 

£32,670

could fund our Community Programme Coordinator for an entire year enabling support for hundreds of people on their mental health journey.

Gifts in Wills FAQs 

How can I ensure my gift goes locally to West Central London Mind?

If you are kindly choosing to leave a gift to WCL Mind in your Will, please ensure you specify the details below: 

Official Charity Name: West Central London Mind 

Address: 23 Monck Street, London, SW1P 2AE 

Registered charity number: 292708 

What if I already have a Will?

Your solicitor can assist you in amending your Will. You will need to add a codicil, a separate document that is kept with your Will. 

I already have a Will. Do I need to review it?

It’s a good idea to review your Will from time to time to ensure your wishes are kept up to date and it reflects any changes in your family or personal circumstances.  

It is also important to check if your estate is affected by inheritance tax as laws around this can change. 

What if I want my gift to go to a specific service or area?

If you would like your gift to go to a specific service at WCL Mind, you can ask your solicitor to express this as a wish in your Will.  

Can I specify funeral requests in my Will?

Yes. Your solicitor can help you specify the type of funeral you wish to have and include and special instructions. For example, some people ask for donations in lieu of flowers at a memorial service.  

Should I let WCL Mind know my decision?

We appreciate that leaving a gift in your Will is very personal, so it’s entirely up to you whether you want to tell us. If you did let us know, we would be very grateful and would love to get in touch to thank you for your generosity in choosing to support us. Any information you provide will be treated in the strictest confidence, will not be shared with third parties and is not legally binding. You can email us at [email protected].