I have complete confidence that my gift will be used wisely, to further the groundbreaking research for which the charity is well known. I would like future epilepsy researchers to have funding to build on that body of work and to help decades of future patients become seizure-free.
Epilepsy touches lives deeply – as a personal diagnosis, or through a loved one, a child, or a friend. If the condition is part of your story, you understand the daily challenges, the fear and the profound need to give more people a life free from epilepsy.
Why a gift in your Will matters so much:
Epilepsy research requires long-term commitment. Your gift ensures we can fund the ambitious, multi-year projects necessary to deliver true breakthroughs that will change the lives of future generations.
If you would like more information, contact Rich for a chat on 020 3882 9438 or email [email protected]
Epilepsy often starts in childhood due to changes in a child’s genes. Your gift funds research to identify these causes and skip years of trial-and-error with medication. By getting the right treatment sooner, we protect a child’s development—giving them the chance to simply be a child again.
People with epilepsy often live with the uncertainty of when their next seizure will occur, interrupting their daily life and limiting independence. A gift in your will could support the development of new technologies to better detect or even predict seizures. By reducing uncertainty, these advances could help people with epilepsy feel more in control and live with greater confidence.
A gift in your Will is a special way to help us understand and prevent tragedies like SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy), which claims the lives of many with the condition. It is a commitment to a future where no family has to endure the grief of losing a loved one to a mystery we have not yet solved.
Epilepsy is increasingly diagnosed in later life, often following a stroke or alongside dementia. Your gift supports research to develop safer, tailored care for the aging brain. This ensures that everyone can enjoy their later years with the dignity, safety, and peace of mind they deserve.
As scientists we know that each increment of knowledge, every marginal gain, when added together can make big differences to the lives of people with epilepsy.
The cost of your will is covered by us up to £150 – so you can write or update a simple Will for free or get a Will with a trust at a discounted rate.
While many supporters choose to include a gift in their Will to Epilepsy Research Institute, there’s no obligation to do so when using this service.
How to write or update your Will:
You can write yours with Octopus:
Writing a Will might feel daunting, so we have partnered with Will-writing providers to give you expert advice, and make sure your final wishes and your loved ones are taken care of.
If you decide to leave a gift in your Will, there are different types to choose from.
A percentage share: You can choose a percentage share of your estate to gift to our charity. This type of gift is the most valuable as it’s inflation proof.
A lump sum: A fixed amount of money from your estate. It can lose its value over time as costs increase.
A specific gift: This could be a particular item such as a car, jewellery or a property.
What greater gift could there be than leaving the legacy of a life free from epilepsy to the next generation?
This page brings together frequently asked questions about gifts in Wills, covering both the impact of your legacy on epilepsy research and the practical steps involved in making or updating your Will.
Epilepsy cut Claire’s life short and deprived her of the retirement she was hoping to enjoy. She firmly believed in research as the key to improving treatment and outcomes for people with epilepsy. Your support can make that possible.
If you are thinking about including a gift to us in your Will or have already done so, we’d love to hear from you so we can thank you and answer any questions you may have. Let us know by calling Rich, our Head of Fundraising, on 020 3882 9438 or emailing [email protected]
