Gifts in wills · A thoughtful way to look ahead
Leave a gift in your will
The causes you care about can be part of the future you plan for. If you are considering a charitable bequest to Doc Martyn, begin with a conversation about your wishes.
Take time to consider the people and responsibilities that matter to you. There is no need to make a decision during an initial enquiry.
Kindness, carried forward
A future shaped by what matters to you
Healthcare and community outreach in Thailand are causes you may wish to include in your long-term plans. A gift in a will is one way people express support for a cause that has mattered during their lives.
Start by asking questions. Our team can discuss the foundation’s work and what information your legal adviser would need to explore your proposal.
A conversation is a starting point, not confirmation that a particular gift can be accepted.
A considered next step
Considering a charitable bequest?
A charitable bequest is a gift to a charity included in a will. The way you arrange it depends on your circumstances and the law that applies to your estate.
You may want to ask an independent legal adviser about a sum of money, an item or a share of your estate. These are discussion points, not instructions or confirmation that the foundation can accept every type of gift.
This page provides general information, not legal or tax advice. Ask a qualified adviser who understands the relevant jurisdiction before making or changing a will.
Before you make a decision
Consider your priorities
Think about your loved ones, responsibilities and the causes you want to support. Choose a pace that feels right for you.
Speak with the foundation
Ask about gift acceptance and the exact legal beneficiary name, registration details and address your adviser may require. Do not rely on a website name alone.
Take independent legal advice
Ask your adviser how to record your wishes correctly, including any restrictions or cross-border issues. Agree the details before finalising documents.
Your wishes deserve careful consideration
If you have a particular area of work in mind, discuss it with the team and your adviser. Ask whether a proposed restriction is practical and what should happen if circumstances change.
For an initial enquiry, a brief outline or a list of questions is enough. Please do not send a copy of your will, identity documents or detailed financial information through the booking form.
If you would rather support the foundation during your lifetime, explore our other ways to give.
Questions about gifts in wills
What information should I ask the foundation for?
Ask for confirmed legal beneficiary details and whether the proposed gift can be accepted. Your adviser can explain which details are necessary and how they should appear in your documents.
Can I include a gift if I already have a will?
Ask your legal adviser how to make any changes validly. Do not alter a signed will or use generic wording from this page as a substitute for advice.
Can I discuss a gift from outside Thailand?
You can raise the question with the team, but the appropriate arrangement needs checking. Ask an adviser familiar with your circumstances about the laws and requirements that may apply across countries.
Are there tax benefits to a charitable bequest?
Tax treatment depends on your circumstances and the applicable law. This page does not promise tax relief. Obtain advice relevant to your estate before making a decision.
Does booking a meeting commit me to a gift?
No. The meeting is an opportunity to ask questions and discuss your intentions. Booking it does not create a gift, change a will or confirm acceptance by the foundation.
A conversation, at your own pace
Let’s talk about the future you have in mind.
If you are considering leaving a gift in your will, our first step is a conversation. Bring your questions and tell us what matters to you.
Prefer email? Contact info@docmartyn.org.
