Leave a gift in your Will

Your gift is future protection for civil servants

Like the weather, life can be unpredictable. Sometimes rainclouds appear unexpectedly bringing money worries, new caring responsibilities, mental health problems or the loss of a loved one.

Since 1886 we’ve been there for civil servants, no matter what challenges they’re up against. The support we give has changed as we’re responded to what our community needed. Today, our helpline, financial support and wellbeing services are a lifeline for many. We’ll continue to adapt in order to support future generations of civil servants and their dependents.

When it comes to making your Will, we understand that those closest to you come first. If you do choose to remember us in your Will, no matter the size of your gift, you will be part of our umbrella of support for civil servants.

Patricia and Peter met when they both worked for what was then the Customs and Excise Department. They married and baby Elizabeth was born. Just a few years later Peter died suddenly, leaving Patricia heartbroken with no income to support herself and Elizabeth.

Thankfully, she was able to turn to the Charity for Civil Servants. Following a supportive conversation, we provided Patricia with financial assistance to help her feel safe and supported through one of the most challenging times of her life.

Patricia never forgot the difference that made as we discovered when Elizabeth contacted us to let us know her mother had remembered the Charity in her Will:

“My mother was loyal to your organisation throughout her life. I found letters indicating how grateful she was for the financial and emotional support you gave her as a young, widowed mother over 60 years ago. I’m sure she chose to leave her legacy to you so that others might benefit from your generosity in times of need.”
Elizabeth, Patricia’s daughter

How to write or change your Will

If you already have a solicitor, they will need the following information to include a gift to us in your Will.

The Civil Service Benevolent Fund
5 Anne Boleyn’s Walk, Cheam, Sutton, SM3 8DY
Charity number: England and Wales 1136870, Scotland SC041956

Most people either choose to leave a small percentage. This adapts to inflation and reduces the need to alter the value of your gift, should your financial situation change.

If you don’t have a solicitor, ask a relative or friend to recommend one.