Leave a Legacy Gift in Your Will
Keep the love going — for our animals, forever
A gift in your will is one of the most beautiful and meaningful ways to protect animals long into the future once you have crossed over your own rainbow bridge
After you’ve looked after your loved ones, even a small percentage of your estate can transform lives here at the sanctuary — funding food, medical care, safe spaces, and emergency rescues for years to come.
Human animals and non human animals alike, our time on this beautiful planet is limited. When our time comes, we can be remembered best by what we leave behind.
Check out our Free Legacy Guide with more information and legal templates….
Why your legacy gift matters
Long-term rescue & care
Predictable funding for vet bills,
special diets, and forever homes.
Rapid response
When an animal needs urgent
help, we can act immediately.
Your values, living on
Your love for animals becomes
part of our sanctuary’s future.
A legacy gift isn’t about money
It’s a promise that vulnerable animals won’t be left behind.
The most popular ways to leave a gift
A share of your estate (residuary gift):
A percentage after other gifts and costs.
A fixed amount (pecuniary gift):
A specific sum
(e.g., €1,000).
A specific item:
Property, jewellery, shares, vehicles, equipment.
In-memory giving:
Invite loved ones to donate in your honour instead of flowers.
Name us as a beneficiary:
On a life insurance policy or pension.
Tell us if you’ve pledged (optional, but so helpful!)
If you decide to include us, letting us know in confidence helps us plan for future rescue work!
We’ll never ask for details and you can change your mind at any time.
Let us know you’ve pledged
email legacy@tenerifeanimalsanctuary.org
The Finca Legacy Circle
Everyone who leaves a gift in their will (and chooses to tell us) joins our Finca Legacy Circle
- A quiet thank-you community with: an annual impact letter from the founders,
- Optional behind-the-scenes updates, and
- your name (only with permission) on our “Wall of Gratitude” at the finca.
How to include us 3 simple steps!
step 1
Decide the type of gift (percentage, amount, or item).
step 2
Speak to your notary/solicitor about updating your will.
step 3
Keep it safe & tell someone you trust. If you’d like, let us know too.
FAQs
Do I need a big estate to make a difference?
Not at all. Even 1% of your estate or a modest fixed sum can fund vital care.
Can I choose how my gift is used?
Yes. Unrestricted gifts help most, but you can express a preference (e.g., “veterinary care”). We’ll honour your wishes wherever possible.
What if my circumstances change?
You can update your will anytime. Your pledge isn’t binding — it’s simply a promise you can revisit.
already have a will. Do I need a new one?
Often you can add a short codicil (or its local equivalent). Ask your notary/solicitor.
Can my family be involved?
Absolutely. Many supporters share their wishes with loved ones and invite donations in their memory.
Thank you
Your legacy gift is a powerful kindness. It means even after you pass over your own rainbow bridge, frightened, abandoned, or injured animals will always have somewhere safe to land because of a choice you make earth side.
If you’re considering this, then please reach out and we will help with every step of the way.
legacy@tenerifeanimalsanctuary.org
