Writing or amending your Will need not be difficult or expensive. World Vision Ireland offers a Free Will Service for our child sponsors, supporters and their partners. You can create a simple Will, free of charge, using an online Will writing service. We are a charity partner of FreeWill Ireland.
The FreeWill offering will be suitable for many people, but for those with more complex circumstances, it is generally recommended to use the services of a solicitor.
There’s no obligation to do so, but we would be extremely grateful if you could support us with a gift in your Will. World Vision Ireland is part of the world’s largest child-focused humanitarian organisation, helping vulnerable children overcome poverty and build brighter futures. Through community-led programmes, emergency response and long-term development in almost 100 countries, you could provide clean water, education, healthcare and protection for children. Leaving even 1% to World Vision Ireland in your Will can create lasting change for generations to come.
Why Make a Will?
Making a Will is the best way of ensuring that your wishes are met, and the people and causes you care about are looked after.
Write your Will online
To help you get started with writing a Will from the comfort of your own home, we’ve teamed up with FreeWill Ireland, and their online partner Last Will to provide you with a free online Will writing service.
- When you have decided you would like to use this service, please contact us to receive your unique weblink for your free Will. Email us at Ireland@worldvision.ie or call 01 498 0800. You will also receive a simple Will Guidance document by email.
- Review the guidance material before completing your online Will. Plan your Will, taking account of your various assets, liabilities and wishes for the future.
- When you’re ready to start drafting your Will, click on the link sent to you to start your free online Will.
- There are a number of sections, and you can review and edit these as you progress.
- Once the system has generated your Will, it will be emailed to you. Simply print it out and follow the instructions to sign it and have it witnessed.
- Store your Will in a safe place. It is strongly recommended to make other relevant people aware of its location.
There is no charge for a standard Will, which is suitable for most people.
If you find your Will is more complicated and you want to take legal advice, you can ask FreeWill to refer you to their partner solicitor (but there is a fee for this). The Will can be reviewed either in person or via video call.
When you leave our website, you can check the separate privacy policies of FreeWill Ireland and Last Will on their websites.
Frequently asked questions
What do I need to consider when using the Free Will Service?
You can find information before starting your Will at this link. Along with your voucher code, we will also send you a guidance document to help you prepare.
Do I have to leave a gift in my Will to World Vision Ireland to use this FreeWill service?
No. Your Will is your business so it’s entirely up to you whether you choose to leave us a gift or not.
How much makes a difference?
Even 1% of your estate could make a lasting difference for vulnerable children, while leaving 99% for your loved ones. No matter the size, every gift in a Will has the power to transform lives.
If I leave a gift to World Vision Ireland in my Will, do I need to let you know?
Unless you tell us, we won’t know you have left a gift until the time comes for your Will to be read. It is always lovely to hear from supporters so we can thank you for your gift and stay in touch, but that is up to you. There is an optional tick box included in the form, allowing individuals to notify World Vision Ireland of their bequest.
What if I change my mind?
Including a gift to World Vision Ireland in your Will does not make it a binding commitment while you are still alive. You can change your mind and amend your Will again at any time.
I have a trusted solicitor. Can I use them to leave a gift to World Vision Ireland?
Yes, you can use your own solicitor to draw up your Will, although it’s unlikely to be free to do so. Simply tell them you want to include a gift (residuary or cash) to World Vision Ireland in your Will and they will arrange it for you. Once completed, we would be grateful if you could let us know so that we can thank you, but you are under no obligation to do so. If you have already written a Will and would like to leave a gift, you can create a codicil with your solicitor, which simply allows you to update part of your Will.
Where can I read more generally about leaving a gift in Will?
You can go back to our general page on leaving a gift in your Will. You can also download our guide to find more information.