Leave a gift in your Will
We believe no young person should feel alone in the world, and thanks to the kindness of people like you, they don't have to.
It’s the little things that stay with you
A safe place to come home to. Someone cheering you on. A homemade birthday cake. These are some of the everyday moments that show children and young people that they are loved and belong.
Break provides homes filled with warmth, mentoring that builds confidence, and opportunities right into adulthood. We're there for them as long as they need us.
A Gift in your Will can make sure those little things are there for the next young people in our care.
“Most people have never been in care. They’ll have a dad, they’ll have a mum. We don’t have that sort of support from our family members. As sad as that is, it’s the reality of our lives.”
Break young person
Why leave a Gift in your Will?
People choose to leave a gift for many reasons. It might be:
- in memory of someone who received support from Break
- because our short breaks service was a lifeline at times
- or simply because you understand how much the little things can matter when life feels difficult.
For over 50 years, Break has been there for young people and families when they need support most, from childhood through to adulthood.
Whatever your reason, a Gift in your Will helps make sure we can continue to be there for the next young people who need us, for as long as they need.
There are several kinds of gift you can leave. It could be a cash gift, an individual item such as an antique or piece of jewellery, a property, or a share of your estate.
What your gift could do
Every gift, no matter the size, is a lasting promise - that no young person has to face life alone. Your support means young people can:
Heal and grow through tailored, trauma-informed support from our specialist therapeutic team.
Dream big with opportunities that raise aspirations and open doors.
Feel loved and supported as they take their next steps in life.
Our promise to you
- You decide whether you'd like us to keep in touch
- We'll never pressure you or ask for more
- Letting us know is completely optional and not legally binding
- We'll do the right thing with any gift, so we can be there for our young people for as long as they need us
- We’re here if you want to talk
Three simple steps
1. Consider what feels right for you
Writing or updating a Will is a personal decision, and there’s no rush.
Many people choose to include a gift to causes they care about, after making sure their loved ones are provided for first.
2. Include Break in your Will
A Gift in your Will could help make more of the little things possible — the everyday support that helps young people feel safe, supported and not alone.
Your solicitor can help you write or update your Will to include Break.
3. Let us know
Telling us about your gift is completely optional, but it helps us to:
• say thank you properly
• understand your wishes
• plan ahead so we can keep supporting young people in the future.
Telling us about your gift isn’t legally binding, and you can change your mind at any time.
Ready to find out more?
We know this is a big decision, and that you'll want to do your best by your loved ones, and make a difference.
Whether you want to explore possibilities or you're ready to change a young person's future, choose the option below that feels right for you.
Tell us about your gift
If you’ve included Break in your Will, or are thinking about it, you have the option to let us know. This helps us say thank you and plan ahead.
You’re always in control of how we contact you, and letting us know is not legally binding.
Talk to us
If you’d prefer to talk things through, you can contact our legacy lead Pete, using our secure form.
You can choose whether you’d like a reply by email, arrange a phone call or whatever feels most comfortable for you.
Ready to speak to a solicitor?
You can take our charity number (286650) to your solicitor if you would like to include Break in your Will.
We always recommend seeking professional legal advice before making any changes.
We recommend you seek professional legal advice before making any changes to your Will.
