By remembering Samaritans through a gift in your Will, you are making a unique commitment to a cause that makes a real difference to people’s lives.
We rely on the generosity of our supporters – without voluntary donations, including gifts in Wills, our work would simply not be possible.
As we continue to work towards our vision of fewer people dying by suicide, we are asking you today to remember Samaritans in your Will.
If, after looking after your loved ones, you would like to leave a gift in your Will and would like more information on how to do so, please contact Glen Caulwell in confidence by telephone at 085-8547415 or email [email protected]
Why leave a gift in your Will?
When you leave a gift in your Will to Samaritans Ireland, you’re giving future generations a lifeline when they need it most.
You’ll help inspire people through ground-breaking campaigns and partnerships. You’ll help campaign to make suicide prevention a priority for every decision-maker. And keep changing attitudes, so that more people seek support – and support each other – when it matters most.
By leaving a gift in your Will, you’re leaving behind a life-saving legacy of kindness that will enable us to:
Make A Lasting Impact
Your legacy will help fund our work here in Samaritans Ireland, from training new volunteers, to expanding our reach to support more people in distress.
Support Future Generations
A gift in your will ensures that individuals in need, now and in the future, have someone to turn to in their darkest times.
Reflect Your Values
Leaving a legacy is a tangible way to show your commitment to emotional wellbeing and mental health, ensuring your values live on.
66% of people in Ireland don’t have a will — which means most never leave a gift to the causes they care about
(Based on a survey of 1,000 adults in Ireland from Royal London Ireland, July 2025)
Partners
Leave A Legacy to Charity
Samaritans Ireland is a member of My Legacy, an umbrella group of over 100 national and local charities throughout Ireland whose mission is to increase the power of legacy giving now to benefit our future society.
Free Online Will Writing Service
Writing or amending your Will need not be difficult or expensive. Samaritans Ireland offers a free Will Service for our supporters and their partners. You can create a simple Will, free of charge, using an online Will writing service. We are a charity partner of FreeWill Ireland. The FreeWill offering will be suitable for many people, but for those with more complex circumstances it is generally recommended to use the services of a solicitor.
There’s no obligation to do so, but we would be extremely grateful if you could support us with a gift in your Will.
Write Your Will Online
To help you get started with writing a Will from the comfort of your own home, we’ve teamed up with FreeWill Ireland, and their online partner Last Will to provide you with a free online Will writing service.
When you have decided you would like to use this service please contact the Samaritans Ireland Legacy Manager Glen Caulwell at 085-8547415 or email [email protected] to receive your brochure/booklet & a unique weblink for your free Will. You will also receive a simple Will Guidance document by return email.
- Review the guidance material before completing your online Will. Plan your will, taking account of your various assets, liabilities and wishes for the future.
- When you’re ready to start drafting your Will, click on the link sent to you to start your free online will (these links last up to a year).
- There are a number of sections and you can review and edit these as you progress.
- Once the system has generated your Will (it will be sent to your email), simply print it out and follow the instructions to sign it and have it witnessed.
- Store your Will in a safe place. It is recommended to make other relevant people aware of its location.
There is no charge for a standard Will, which is suitable for most people.
If you find your Will is more complicated and you want to take legal advice, you can ask FreeWill to refer you to their partner solicitor (but there is a fee for this). The will can be reviewed either in person or via Zoom.
When you leave our website, you can check the separate privacy policies of FreeWill Ireland and Last Will on their websites.
Every day, Samaritans volunteers across Ireland and Northern Ireland respond to over 1,500 calls for help. With your incredible support, we can continue to be there 24/7 for anyone struggling to cope.