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Thank you for your interest in leaving a gift in your Will to build a better future for those who have served our country.

At Blind Veterans UK, we provide practical and emotional support for life through rehabilitation and training. Established in 1915, we have long experience of helping blind veterans regain their independence and live the life they choose.

Gifts in Wills fund the support of five in ten of our veterans. So, to continue our work, we depend on the generosity of supporters like you. 

A gift in your Will provides vital lifelong support to ex-Servicemen and women living with sight loss into the future.

“Gifts in Wills change the lives of blind veterans.”

Billy lost his sight during his service in Bosnia after contracting an infection while supporting the exhumations of mass graves. In this short video, he describes how gifts in Wills have helped him rebuild his life.

Blind veteran Billy

Request your gifts in Wills guide

Learn how these special gifts build a better future for blind veterans and receive all the information you need when considering a gift in your Will.

"The charity needs to be here long into the future for other veterans like me. That’s why my wife, Karen, and I have pledged a gift in our own Wills. We hope you will join us in building a better future for those who have served our country."
Billy and Karen
Billy and Karen

The impact your gift will have

Find out how life-changing your gift will be for blind veterans.

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Blind veteran Simon pictured with his arm around fellow blind veteran Tony, they're both smiling as they sit in front of a sign that reads "Lest We Forget"
Simon, left, with fellow blind veteran Tony

Writing your Will and leaving a gift

How to write or update your Will, including how to leave a gift and how to access our free Will-writing services.

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Photo of blind veteran Rob walking down the street using a guide cane
Blind veteran Rob walking down the street using a guide cane

Information for executors

How to carry out the wishes of someone who has left a gift in their Will.

 

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A woman's hands placing a small piece of paper into an envelope
Woman posting a cheque

FAQs and resources

Common questions about writing a Will and leaving a gift, plus links to helpful advice on legal and tax issues.

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An elderly couple laughing while holding a document and using a laptop

Our promise to you

If you choose to leave a gift to Blind Veterans UK in your Will or would like to talk to us about doing so, we want you to feel confident about your decision. Here’s our promise to you:

  • We won't pressure you to make a decision.
  • We understand that your loved ones come first.
  • We will respect your privacy.
  • We will use your gift with care and consideration to support blind veterans.
  • If you want your gift to be used in a particular way, just get in touch.
  • You’re welcome to see our work first-hand or to ask for further information about what we do.
  • We’ll answer any questions you have quickly and honestly. 

For more information about Blind Veterans UK, take a look at our annual reports.

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