Leaving a Legacy to Science
Thank you for considering a legacy with the Royal Society. We hope that this information assists you in your plans to remember the Society in your Will. Bequests are deeply appreciated by the Royal Society and are a powerful method of making a lasting difference for the generations to come.
Importance of Bequests
From its earliest days, bequests from Fellows and friends have helped build the Royal Society's endowment. Thanks to the generosity of its benefactors, the Royal Society has been able to maintain its independence and flexibility to respond to emerging scientific issues. Many of our core activities such as public lectures, discussion meetings, independent policy advice, prizes and research grants would not be in existence today without this long-term support. You can be assured that your bequest to the Royal Society will serve the cause of science for the coming centuries.
Please follow these links to find out about examples of legacy gifts and suggested wording for a legacy to the Royal Society. If you would like more information, or to discuss leaving a legacy to the Royal Society, please contact Jenny Boyd on + 44 (0)207 451 2215.
You can also download our Legacy Brochure which includes a pledge form (available on the right).