Free Will Services

Write or update your simple Will for free* with one of SSAFA's Free Wills Services partners- online, over the phone, or by visiting a solicitor.

Many people who use these services choose to leave a gift to SSAFA but, of course, there is no obligation to do so.

We know it’s easy to put off writing a Will, but having one in place is incredibly important. It ensures your wishes are respected and that the people and causes you care about are remembered in the way you choose.

Any gift you can leave, large or small, will help us reach those in the Armed forces community who need our support.

* For more complex Wills, our Will writing partners will speak to you about any potential costs beforehand, so you won’t suddenly face an unexpected bill.

Your Will is one of the most important documents you’ll ever sign, so it needs to be right. If that sounds like a daunting prospect, don’t worry. We want to help make it as easy as possible.

SSAFA has partnered with three organisations who can help you write or update a simple Will:

The National Free Wills Network

The National Free Wills Network offer a free Will writing service for people aged 50 or over, the opportunity to write or update a simple Will for free. You’ll have access to a network of fully qualified solicitors across the UK — with the choice of meeting in person at a local office or completing the process remotely from the comfort of your home. Appointments are easy to arrange, and you’ll be able to select from a list of trusted solicitors offering either face-to-face or remote services.

Find out more.

Farewill

Farewill is a free online will writing service. Write a simple Will from the comfort and privacy of your own home, for those living in England and Wales.

Find out more.

MyIntent

MyIntent (formerly Bequeathed) is a free online will-writing service that always includes legal advice to protect the people and causes you care about. It is available to anyone over 18 in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Find out more.

Alternatively, you can find a local solicitor through the Law Society or Society of Will Writers.  

If you are considering leaving a gift in your Will to SSAFA, we want you to feel comfortable and in control of your choice. So, here’s our promise to you:

We will remember that your family and friends come first.

We support servicemen, women, veterans and their families, so we know that your own family and friends will come first when considering your Will.

We will spend the gifts you leave us wisely.

We know that you will want your gift to make the greatest impact for our Armed Forces family.

We will stand by your decision.

Writing your Will is important, and we won’t put you under any pressure. We know you will want to make sure it’s just right for you. We understand family and friends come first and will never put pressure on you to leave a gift.

We acknowledge that your circumstances might change.

We appreciate your priorities or circumstances might change in the future, and you may choose to take us out of your Will, we will respect that.

We will treat your family and next of kin respectfully and sensitively.

We know how important a consideration this might be to you.

We will always value your support.

Gifts in Wills play a huge part in helping SSAFA fund and deliver our services. No matter its size, your pledge to support our Armed Forces family, will always be remembered.

We will respect your privacy and not share your personal information.

We will never ask you to share more than you want to. Anything you tell us will be treated in confidence. We will only keep in touch with you with your permission and in a way that suits you. You can change your communication preferences at any time with no questions asked.

We will follow the highest standards in fundraising.

We are committed to maintaining the highest possible standards in our fundraising. That's why we will always adhere to the Code of Fundraising Practice. We review our fundraising practices regularly to make sure they’re legal, open, honest and respectful. 

If you choose to remember SSAFA with a gift in your Will, we would be truly honoured and grateful. By letting us know about your intention to leave a gift - or a legacy you’ve already pledged - you’re helping to build a future of support for generations of the Armed Forces community.

We would love the opportunity to thank you properly for your kindness. If you have already pledged or are considering leaving a gift in your Will to SSAFA, please do let us know by emailing legacy@ssafa.org.uk. Of course, we fully respect your decision to keep this private if you prefer.

Your gift - no matter the size - will make a lasting difference to the lives of those who serve, have served, and their families.