Creating A Legacy

Founded on values of equality and diversity, Girton offers every student superb facilities in which to live and learn. Whatever subject a student pursues, they will receive top-class tuition, excellent support and an opportunity to exceed their expectations. Providing this unique educational experience is only possible thanks to our generous supporters and one form of giving continues to be game-changing: Gifts in Wills.

Last year (2021–22) the College received over £4.7 million from Gifts in Wills, an extraordinary level of support for which all here at Girton are extremely grateful. Many choose not to restrict their gift, meaning their generosity will underpin every aspect of Girton—from supporting Girton people (Fellows, students and staff), to helping maintain and develop our historic collections and buildings, to supporting and growing our valuable educational resources such as the Library and Archive. Others have directed their gifts to boost our student support funds— meaning exceptional scholars can always find a home at Girton regardless of financial circumstances.

Alongside this remarkable support, the 1869 Society membership, which is extended to all those who have informed Girton they have included the College in their estate plans, continues to grow (members include Girtonians from matric years in the 1930s to the 2010s). This expression of intention, to be realised over the long term, allows the College to plan confidently for the future and put in place ambitious strategies. If you are considering including Girton in your Will please know that every gift is appreciated, no matter the size, and every gift is acknowledged. For more information on how Gifts in Wills are helping Girton to deliver its world-class educational experience, please get in touch.

Making a Gift in your Will

You can choose to make a cash gift or donate a proportion of your estate (even 1% can make a big difference). Girton College is a registered charity (Registered Charity Number 1137541) so including the College in your Will may reduce your estate’s Inheritance Tax liability. When making a Will we suggest that you use the following wording:

‘I give to the Mistress, Fellows and Scholars of Girton College, Cambridge (Registered Charity Number 1137541) [the residue of my estate] [_____% of the residue of my estate] [the sum of _________] free of tax for the Unrestricted Permanent Endowment Capital of the College and I declare that the receipt by the Bursar or other authorised Officer of the College shall be good and sufficient discharge to my Executors.’

We recommend that you seek professional advice when making or amending a Will.

Recognising your Generosity

All those who choose to notify the College of their intention to remember Girton in their Will are invited to join the 1869 Society. In addition to a purple lapel pin, members receive invitations to special events from time to time. The College recognises that letting us know your intention is not a binding commitment, and that circumstances can change, but it helps us to say thank you and find out more about the aspects of Girton that are important to you. e.cornwall@girton.cam.ac.uk

For a confidential conversation please contact the Development Director on +44 (0)1223 339893, or at d.easlick@girton. cam.ac.uk, or the Legacy Officer on +44 (0)1223 338901, or at e.cornwall@girton. cam.ac.uk. Information regarding Gifts in Wills, including information on planned giving for our US- and Canadian-based alumni and supporters, is available on our website: www.girton.cam.ac.uk/legacy.

In remembering Girton in your Will you are supporting a unique institution which is transforming lives—thank you.