LEGACIES
A legacy gift is a special and permanent way to support the future of Francis Holland Sloane Square. A gift in your Will can support the school in a way most meaningful to you.
THE CANON FRANCIS HOLLAND LEGACY SOCIETY
Francis Holland Sloane Square has a proud history of education girls and a strong tradition of philanthropy.
For nearly 150 years, generations of families have helped preserve the spirit of FHS. We are committed to continuing this legacy for the next 150 years, ensuring that the girls of today and tomorrow enjoy the same exceptional education and experiences that have long defined Francis Holland Sloane Square.
Our school’s legacy society is named after its founder, Reverend Canon Francis Holland, who was chaplain to Queen Victoria and King Edward VII and a visionary in philanthropy and education.
The Society recognises those who have chosen to remember FHS in their Will. Members are invited to an annual lunch hosted by the Head, select school functions, and may be acknowledged on a plaque in the school. There is no minimum gift amount, and membership is lifelong.
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If you are considering leaving a legacy to FHS, you can let us know about your intentions by contacting the FHS Development Team in one of the following ways. When making a Will, we recommend you seek advice from a solicitor.
- Online via this Legacy Form
- Email at development@fhs-sw1.org.uk
- Telephone on 0207 824 5083
If you have already made your Will but now wish to include Francis Holland Sloane Square in your inheritance planning, you are welcome to use this codicil form: (add in form)
DID YOU KNOW:
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(Charity Registration Number 312745).
Leaving a gift in your Will could reduce the Inheritance Tax your family pays, as legacy gifts to charities are tax-free.
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A gift of any amount can make a lasting difference.
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You may wish to direct your gift towards:
- Our transformational bursary programme, The Promise Campaign
- The enhancement of our school facilities
- Area of greatest need
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Residuary legacy – This would be a percentage of what is left in your estate once all other pecuniary debts, fees and other liabilities have been met.
Pecuniary legacy – A pecuniary legacy is a gift of a specific sum of money. When making a pecuniary legacy it is possible for you to index-link the gift to ensure its intended value over time.
Specific legacy – You can leave a specific item or asset to FHS SSQ, such as artwork, stocks and shares, or jewellery. These possessions will be excluded from the valuation of your estate and will not be liable for Inheritance Tax.
Reversionary legacy – This would be a gift that is first given to a loved one for their lifetime. It involves leaving your assets to trustees so that the beneficiaries can enjoy the income during their lifetime, with the whole or a portion reverting to FHS SSQ after their lifetime.
