Leave a Legacy of Love for Local Animals

At RSPCA Sunderland, Hartlepool & South Tyneside, we are a completely separate charity from the national RSPCA. While we share the same mission of protecting animals from cruelty and neglect, we receive no automatic funding from the national society. Instead, we rely entirely on the kindness of local people like you to continue our vital work.

By leaving a gift in your Will, you can ensure that animals in Sunderland, Hartlepool, South Tyneside, and parts of County Durham & Gateshead get the care and protection they need—both now and for years to come.

Your Gift Can Make a Real Difference

A legacy donation, no matter the size, can help us:

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• Fund pet food banks to support struggling pet owners, ensuring pets don’t go hungry.

• Sponsor free pet health clinics, where we cover the costs of vet consultations for those in financial difficulty.

• Support neutering & microchipping programs to reduce unwanted litters and improve pet welfare.

• Deliver education & workshops to prevent cruelty and neglect before it happens.

• Contribute to RSPCA National Society funds that directly support animals in our local area.

Why Leave a Legacy to Your Local RSPCA Branch?

Every penny you donate to our branch stays 100% local, directly helping animals and pet owners in your own community. Your gift could mean the difference between a struggling pet owner getting the support they need or having to give up their beloved companion.

How to Leave a Gift in Your Will

Leaving a gift in your Will is easier than you might think. You can:

 

• Speak to a solicitor or Will writing service about adding a gift to your Will.

• Choose to leave a specific amount, a percentage of your estate, or even an item of value.

• Let your family know your wishes, so they understand the impact you want to make.

• If you would like more information, or if you have already kindly decided to leave a gift in your Will, please get in touch with us—we would love to thank you personally!

• If you choose to leave a gift in your Will to our local branch, please ensure you specify "RSPCA Sunderland, Hartlepool and South Tyneside Branch." As we are a separate charity from the national RSPCA, using our full branch name helps prevent any confusion.

Your Legacy, Their Future

By including RSPCA Sunderland, Hartlepool & South Tyneside in your Will, you are leaving a lasting legacy of kindness, helping animals and pet owners in your local area for generations to come.

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Email us: enquiries@rspca-sunderland.org.uk
 

Thank you for your compassion, generosity, and love for local animals.