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The Life-Chang<strong>in</strong>g Future You Provide
At Capability Scotland, we are extremely<br />
proud of our long history, our pioneer<strong>in</strong>g<br />
spirit and our determ<strong>in</strong>ation to provide<br />
better opportunities for disabled people <strong>in</strong><br />
Scotland.<br />
For over 75 years we have advocated for<br />
the rights of disabled people; ensur<strong>in</strong>g that<br />
everyone has the opportunities and tools<br />
they need to reach their full potential.<br />
The orig<strong>in</strong>s of our charity were driven by<br />
a small group of parents, determ<strong>in</strong>ed for<br />
their children to have more, do more<br />
and be more cont<strong>in</strong>ues to guide the care,<br />
education and support that we deliver<br />
today.<br />
We look ahead with hope, excitement and<br />
ambition to what we can achieve over the<br />
next 75 years and beyond.<br />
A gift <strong>in</strong> your <strong>Will</strong> ensures we can cont<strong>in</strong>ue<br />
the work we do for generations to come.
A Heartfelt Thank You<br />
Thank you so much for your <strong>in</strong>terest <strong>in</strong> support<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Capability Scotland by leav<strong>in</strong>g us a gift <strong>in</strong> your <strong>Will</strong>.<br />
<strong>Your</strong> gift will help us to cont<strong>in</strong>ue our charity’s amaz<strong>in</strong>g<br />
work: provid<strong>in</strong>g care, support and education to<br />
disabled children, young people and adults, across<br />
Scotland.<br />
The generations before us laid solid foundations for<br />
better lives and brighter futures for their loved ones.<br />
Now, it is our turn to ensure that we provide this for<br />
generations to come.<br />
Mak<strong>in</strong>g or updat<strong>in</strong>g your <strong>Will</strong> is easy, and this guide<br />
will keep it simple for you, show<strong>in</strong>g you what your<br />
generosity means to us.<br />
We are here to guide you through the entire process,<br />
mak<strong>in</strong>g sure your wishes are carried out, and the<br />
people and causes you care about most are looked<br />
after.<br />
Thank you aga<strong>in</strong> for choos<strong>in</strong>g Capability Scotland.<br />
Brian Logan<br />
Chief Executive<br />
Ailsa Wallace<br />
Head of Fundrais<strong>in</strong>g &<br />
Communications
“Without<br />
Sunsh<strong>in</strong>e Tots,<br />
Ollie would miss<br />
out big time!”<br />
When Ollie attends our<br />
Sunsh<strong>in</strong>e Tots playgroup,<br />
he takes part <strong>in</strong> a variety of<br />
activities designed for children<br />
with additional needs. Without<br />
it, Ollie would miss out on the<br />
opportunity to attend playgroup<br />
like other children his age.<br />
It is thanks to our generous<br />
donors; people like you, that we<br />
can provide Sunsh<strong>in</strong>e Tots for<br />
children like Ollie. As well as the<br />
super fun activities we provide,<br />
such as sensory play, arts and<br />
crafts and outdoor learn<strong>in</strong>g, the<br />
sessions are also a real lifel<strong>in</strong>e<br />
for parents and families.<br />
Ollie’s mum has also been able<br />
to make friends with other<br />
parents of disabled children<br />
and benefit from the advice of<br />
our allied health professionals:<br />
“without Sunsh<strong>in</strong>e Tots, Ollie<br />
would miss out big time! As a<br />
family, we feel so welcome by<br />
the staff and other parents,<br />
and we are proud to have<br />
become part of this supportive<br />
community.”<br />
We provide care, education<br />
and support for disabled<br />
people at every stage of their<br />
lives. Remember<strong>in</strong>g Capability<br />
Scotland <strong>in</strong> your <strong>Will</strong> ensures<br />
that disabled people and their<br />
loved ones can cont<strong>in</strong>ue to<br />
benefit from the work we do.
Why is a <strong>Gift</strong><br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>Your</strong> <strong>Will</strong> so<br />
Important to us?<br />
A gift <strong>in</strong> your <strong>Will</strong> allows us to provide the th<strong>in</strong>gs that<br />
make life great!<br />
Art. Music. Fitness. Travel. Play. Friendship. The people<br />
we support deserve all these th<strong>in</strong>gs and more.<br />
<strong>Your</strong> generosity can help us remove some of the<br />
barriers to participation that disabled people too often<br />
face.<br />
Communication aids, bespoke equipment and<br />
other excit<strong>in</strong>g advances <strong>in</strong> <strong>in</strong>clusive and adaptive<br />
technology, can be costly. By secur<strong>in</strong>g additional<br />
<strong>in</strong>come from gifts <strong>in</strong> <strong>Will</strong>s and other generous<br />
donations from people like you, we ensure that no<br />
one misses out.<br />
Jo<strong>in</strong> our life-long mission and help us to ensure<br />
that the people we support can make their mark<br />
on communities across Scotland, creat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
a more <strong>in</strong>clusive, cohesive society where<br />
everyone can have their voice heard and<br />
reach their potential.
Give the <strong>Gift</strong> of<br />
Creativity
Create <strong>Your</strong> <strong>Will</strong> For Free<br />
Capability Scotland has partnered with the National Free <strong>Will</strong>s<br />
Network to ensure that creat<strong>in</strong>g your <strong>Will</strong> is a straightforward and<br />
supportive process - and that it doesn’t cost you a penny!<br />
To receive your Free <strong>Will</strong>s Information Pack:<br />
Complete the form <strong>in</strong>cluded with this booklet<br />
Visit our website at www.capability.scot/yourwill<br />
Call us on 0131 347 1029<br />
The National Free <strong>Will</strong>s Network<br />
will recommend a selection of<br />
local solicitors who you can trust<br />
to ensure that your wishes are<br />
carried out.<br />
We offer this <strong>Will</strong> writ<strong>in</strong>g service for free <strong>in</strong> the hope that you will<br />
remember Capability Scotland <strong>in</strong> your WIll. There is no legal obligation<br />
for you to choose us. With the generous donations that we receive from<br />
gifts <strong>in</strong> WIlls we can cont<strong>in</strong>ue to provide amaz<strong>in</strong>g opportunities for<br />
disabled people <strong>in</strong> Scotland.<br />
This limited offer covers the cost of a ‘simple <strong>Will</strong>’ for which Capability<br />
Scotland pays a discounted fee.
Types of <strong>Gift</strong>s<br />
Leav<strong>in</strong>g a gift <strong>in</strong> your <strong>Will</strong> to Capability Scotland could not be easier and<br />
we are here to ensure that your wishes are considered every step of the<br />
way. You may come across some legal jargon but we have detailed this<br />
below to ensure you are “<strong>in</strong> the know” and feel empowered to make the<br />
right choice for you and your loved ones.<br />
Residuary<br />
A residuary gift is a<br />
share of your estate or a<br />
percentage<br />
of your assets.<br />
Pecuniary<br />
A pecuniary gift is fixed<br />
amount of money.<br />
Specific<br />
A specific item of value<br />
e.g. property, jewellery,<br />
stocks and shares.<br />
Remember any amount you choose to leave could make a real<br />
difference to the lives of disabled people <strong>in</strong> Scotland.
FAQs<br />
Do I really need a <strong>Will</strong>?<br />
Hav<strong>in</strong>g a <strong>Will</strong> is the best way to ensure that the people and causes you<br />
care about are looked after.<br />
Do I need a solicitor to write or amend my <strong>Will</strong>?<br />
We recommend that your <strong>Will</strong> is reviewed by an expert legal advisor.<br />
We can help you to f<strong>in</strong>d a local solicitor who will write your <strong>Will</strong> for free<br />
through our membership to the Free <strong>Will</strong>s Network.<br />
What <strong>in</strong>formation do I need to leave Capability Scotland a gift <strong>in</strong><br />
my <strong>Will</strong>?<br />
All you need is our charity name (Capability Scotland) and our charity<br />
number (SC011330). <strong>Your</strong> solicitor will guide you through the rest.<br />
Are there any tax benefits to leav<strong>in</strong>g a gift <strong>in</strong> my <strong>Will</strong> to Capability<br />
Scotland?<br />
Most gifts left to us are exempt from Inheritance Tax because we are a<br />
charity. You can f<strong>in</strong>d out more about this from HMRC at<br />
www.gov.uk/<strong>in</strong>heritance-tax or a solicitor.<br />
Should I let you know if I <strong>in</strong>tend to leave Capability Scotland a gift<br />
<strong>in</strong> my <strong>Will</strong>?<br />
We would love to know but there is no obligation. Anyth<strong>in</strong>g you tell us is<br />
confidential and not legally-b<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g: your money, your choice.<br />
Can I choose what my gift is spent on?<br />
Absolutely. We are committed to ensur<strong>in</strong>g that anyth<strong>in</strong>g that you leave is<br />
spent exactly how you would like it to be.<br />
What if I have any other questions?<br />
Our team love to hear from you and are always happy to help. Get <strong>in</strong><br />
touch by email<strong>in</strong>g fundrais<strong>in</strong>g@capability.scot or call us on 0131 347<br />
1029.
From everyone at Capability Scotland thank you for tak<strong>in</strong>g the time to<br />
consider leav<strong>in</strong>g us a gift <strong>in</strong> your <strong>Will</strong>. Remember if you would like to tell<br />
us about your <strong>in</strong>tention to leave us a gift, we would love to hear from you<br />
and thank you properly. It is always wonderful to know that people want<br />
to support Capability Scotland and we can liaise with you to make sure<br />
that your gift will be used exactly as you wish.<br />
Call us on 0131 347 1029<br />
fundrais<strong>in</strong>g@capability.scot<br />
www.capability.scot/yourwill
0131 337 9876 | hello@capability.scot | capability.scot<br />
Limited by guarantee, registered <strong>in</strong> Scotland, number SC036524.<br />
Registered Scottish Charity, number SC011330