LET THEIR FUTURE BE YOUR LEGACY
Hope Beyond Borders – Leave a Gift in Your Will Today.
A gift in your Will goes beyond financial support—it provides hope, security, and the possibility of a new beginning for some of the most marginalised members of our community. By remembering Refugee Support Group in your Will, you can help refugees and people seeking asylum in Berkshire access essential services, free legal advice, and community support.
For over 30 years, RSG has supported people fleeing war, persecution and trafficking. With your legacy gift, you can ensure this work continues long into the future, creating a lasting impact for generations who need it most.
You can give a future to people like Natalia and her daughter:
“When we reached the UK, we didn’t just find safety—we were met with kindness from genuine, warm-hearted people. A British family took us in and became more than just hosts. They taught us how to live again” – click here to read more about Natalia’s story.
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We’ve partnered with FreeWills.co.uk to provide all our supporters with the opportunity to make their own fully comprehensive Will for free. You can make your personalised Will online in three simple steps, from the comfort of your own home and with live support from their Will specialists.
WHERE WILL YOUR MONEY GO?
A gift in your Will to RSG will help us continue offering vital services
MEET THE PEOPLE LEAVING A LEGACY TO RSG
“It’s Never Too Early to Think About Your Legacy” – Emily’s Story
While many people associate legacy giving with later life, Emily believes it’s never too early to think about the kind of future we want to leave behind. A mum to young children, she has chosen to include a gift to Refugee Support Group in her Will.
“I’m including a gift to Refugee Support Group because I want my Will to help secure the best possible future for my children,” Emily explains. “And that future doesn’t just depend on financial stability—it depends on the kind of world they grow up in.”
For Emily, that means supporting communities that stand for justice, compassion and solidarity.
“I want my children to live in a society that offers safety and a warm welcome to people fleeing persecution and injustice. That’s the kind of world I hope to help build through this gift.”
She acknowledges that making a Will might feel like something for much later in life—but encourages others to reconsider.
“Legacy giving isn’t just for the elderly or wealthy. It’s for anyone who wants to make a lasting difference. Even a small gift can help grassroots organisations like Refugee Support Group continue their essential work supporting people who have lost everything.”
Emily’s decision shows that creating a legacy isn’t just about looking back—it’s about looking forward, with hope, compassion, and purpose.
“Why I’m Leaving a Gift in My Will to Refugee Support Group” – Joan’s Story
“I support several charities but the refugee crisis has always felt especially urgent to me. It’s a vast global issue and yet it’s local organisations like Refugee Support Group that are on the ground, doing the real, hands-on work—often with limited resources and against the odds. Too often, these grassroots charities are overlooked as donations flow to National organisations.”
Joan has been supporting Refugee Support Group since its early days.
“I’ve seen how RSG gives refugees a sense of safety and belonging. They do so much—from providing legal advice and helping people find jobs, to creating safe spaces and supporting children. They make people feel at home.”
For Joan, leaving a gift in her Will is a way of ensuring that this support continues for years to come.
“Many services that RSG offers aren’t funded and depend on what they can raise. A legacy gives them a backstop—something they can rely on. It helps them plan ahead with confidence. And I trust them to spend it where it’s most needed.”
Joan believes it’s also about changing the narrative.
“Refugees get such a bad press. But they’re just people. Just look at what’s happened here in Reading: refugee bands, theatre groups, football teams. There’s so much talent and strength in these communities.”
Joan’s legacy will help ensure that Refugee Support Group can continue this work—offering hope, dignity and opportunity to people rebuilding their lives.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What types of gifts can I leave Refugee Support Group:
- A Share of Your Estate (A Residuary Gift) Once you have taken care your loved ones and other costs, the remainder of your estate is known as the Residue, a share of which you can choose to leave to charity. Even a small percentage could make a huge difference, and the value will not decrease over time.
- A Specific Sum (A Pecuniary Gift) This is when you leave a fixed sum of money. The value of that sum can fall over time because of inflation, so you can revise this from time-to-time according to your wishes.
- A Specific Gift This could be something valuable such as an antique, property, or shares.
What information about RSG should I include in my Will?
- The type of gift (i.e. residuary/pecuniary)
- Our official name: Refugee Support Group
- Our registered charity number: 1098058
Should I specify how the money should be spent:
- Leaving a gift to RSG without conditions means we can use the donation where it is needed most at the time, rather than a project that has already been funded.
If you’ve left a gift for Refugee Support Group in your Will, we’d love to have the opportunity to say THANK YOU.
