Leave a gift to St Luke’s in your Will
Did you know that gifts in Wills pay for the care of 1 in 6 of our patients? Your decision to leave a legacy ensures that hospice care is there for Sheffield, for many generations to come. A gift in your Will costs nothing today, but it can help make sure everyone in Sheffield has the end of life care they deserve.
Your loved ones will always come first but if you choose to also remember St Luke’s, you’ll be helping future families feel supported when they need it most.
Did you know 1 in 3 people who need end of life care still don't receive it? Together, we can change that – a gift in your Will can help make it possible.
*Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee, January 2026
Help us be there for Sheffield, now and in the future
We've been here for 55 years. Help us be here for 55 more.
The gifts we receive in Wills are a crucial part of our charitable funding – without them, we simply could not continue to exist as we do.
Supporting us in this way is a powerful gesture that ensures our vital palliative care is there for those who need it, for many generations to come. It is a gift made now, which costs nothing in your lifetime, but can help your support live on, not only for St Luke’s but for the people of our incredible city.
Simple steps to leave a gift in your Will
Many people searching for Sheffield gift in Wills information are surprised by how straightforward the process is. To leave a legacy to St Luke's, simply follow these four steps:
1. Gather our charity details
Make a note of St Luke’s name, address and charity number, which your solicitor or Will writer will need when preparing your Will.
2. Download our brochure
Access our guide for a helpful checklist of what to consider before meeting a solicitor about your Will.
3. Find a solicitor in Sheffield
Choose a solicitor or professional Will writer to prepare your Will. Each April, partners across Sheffield offer free Wills in return for a donation to St Luke’s.
4. State your intent
Share the details of the gift you wish to leave. Your solicitor will take care of the legal wording on your behalf.
When leaving a gift in your Will, your Will writer will need the following details:
Official Name: St Luke’s Hospice
Address: Little Common Lane, Sheffield, S11 9NE
Registered Charity Number: 254402
Download our gift in Wills guide
Our free brochure, A Guide to Leaving a Gift in Your Will, explains the different ways you can leave a legacy and what to consider before speaking with a solicitor or Will writer. You can view the guide online or request a printed copy to be sent to you, free of charge.
Simply click the button below to request your copy. You’ll receive a link to view the digital brochure straight away, with the option to request a printed copy to be sent to you free of charge.
Join our Will Month this April
Each April, St Luke’s partners with local solicitors across Sheffield to offer you the opportunity to make or update your Will in return for a suggested donation to the hospice.
Appointments are available throughout the month, giving you the chance to plan for your loved ones while supporting patients and families in our care. You may also choose to leave a gift in your Will to St Luke’s.
This is my hospice care: Sue's Story
Sue Cameron has been a dedicated supporter of St Luke’s for many years, ever since witnessing the profound difference the hospice made to her dad, and to her whole family, during the final stage of his life following a long diagnosis with lung cancer.
Now a long-term supporter and volunteer, Sue has taken another meaningful step by choosing to leave a gift in her Will to St Luke’s, to ensure other families in Sheffield can receive the same compassionate care.
Sue is passionate about sharing her story. She hopes it will highlight the transformative impact hospice care can have, offering comfort, dignity and moments of hope during life’s final stages. She also wants to encourage others to consider leaving a legacy, so that St Luke’s can continue its vital work long into the future.
Pictured: Sue Cameron smiling with her dad.
FAQs about gifts in Wills
To leave a gift in your Will, you simply include St Luke’s as a beneficiary when making or updating your Will. This can be done with the help of a solicitor or professional Will writer, who will make sure your wishes are clearly and correctly recorded.
Many people choose to leave a charity gift in a Will after first taking care of their loved ones. Any legacy donation, no matter the size, helps us continue providing compassionate end of life care for people across Sheffield.
When making or updating a Will, it’s important to get independent advice from a solicitor or professional Will writer. They can guide you through the process and make sure your Will is legally valid.
To find a solicitor near you, you can visit The Law Society website. You may also find it helpful to download our guide, which outlines things to consider and discuss with family or friends before meeting with a solicitor.
There are several ways to make a charity gift in a Will. The most common are:
A fixed cash amount (known as a pecuniary gift)
A percentage share of your estate (known as a residuary gift)
Some people also choose to leave specific items, such as jewellery or artwork, or to create a legacy in a Will through a trust. Your solicitor or Will writer can help you decide what feels right for you.
To leave a gift in your Will, your solicitor will need our full charity details, along with the type of gift you wish to leave. See our official information below:
St Luke’s Hospice
Little Common Lane
Sheffield
S11 9NE
Registered charity number: 254402
If you already have a Will, you don’t usually need to rewrite it completely. A solicitor or professional Will writer can help you add a codicil, which is a simple legal update. It’s important not to make changes yourself, as this could invalidate your Will.
No. There is no minimum amount for leaving money to charity in your Will. Charity Will gifts of all sizes make a meaningful difference. By choosing to leave a legacy to St Luke’s, you’re helping ensure that future generations in Sheffield can receive compassionate, dignified palliative and end of life care.
Making a Will helps ensure your wishes are carried out after you die, giving clarity and reassurance to the people you care about. It allows you to decide how your estate is shared and can help avoid uncertainty or distress for your family.
If you don’t have a valid Will, your estate will be distributed under the rules of intestacy, which may not reflect your wishes. For more information on the financial reasons to make a Will, visit the government website.
Get our guide to leaving a gift in your Will
Our Gift in Wills brochure explains everything you need to know about leaving a gift to St Luke's in your Will.
1. Complete the form
2. Check your email
We'll send you an email with a link to download our free Gift in Wills brochure right away. You'll also be given the option to receive a brochure in the post.
If you experience any issues when completing this form, or would like to get in touch with us about leaving a gift to St Luke's in your Will, please email us at giftsinwills@hospicesheffield.co.uk