Every year, over 12,500 people in Bristol and South Gloucestershire have their lives turned upside down by a stroke – the leading cause of long-term adult disability in the UK.

By leaving a gift in your will to Bristol After Stroke, no matter how small, you can help ensure that stroke survivors and their families continue to receive the care, advice, and support they need for years to come.

Gifts of any size make a real difference, helping us deliver vital services such as our stroke support groups, cafés, peer mentoring, specialist counselling, communication workshops and physiotherapy rehabilitation and develop innovative new support for the future.

How you can leave a gift

You may choose to leave:

a percentage of your estate

- Even 1% of your estate can make a lasting impact to Bristol After Stroke, while ensuring your loved ones receive 99%.

a cash sum - this can be as small, or as large as you wish.

or what remains after other gifts have been made

Your gift will be used where it is needed most, unless you choose to support a specific area of our work.

It’s also worth knowing that leaving a residuary gift to a registered charity like Bristol After Stroke is exempt from Inheritance Tax, which may help reduce the overall tax value of your estate.

Other types of gifts


There are other types of gifts you can make, but it is wise to take professional advice to ensure every gift meets your wishes.

Will‑writing support

We are partnered with Lyons Bowe Solicitors, who offer 50% off their standard will‑writing fees when you include a gift to Bristol After Stroke.

Their expert advice is available online, by phone, or in person and have offices in Bristol and Bath and all across the South West.

Visit our Lyons Bowe page

To find out more or have a confidential conversation:

[email protected] 📞 07710 095757

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