ES Digital_legacy_leaflet June 2025

The Devonshire Society F ounded in 2002, the Devonshire Society is the legacy club for St Andrew’s Prep and Eastbourne College. Its members

considering such a gift, let us know so we can discuss details. A living legacy Some people like to see their money in action, using their money now to transform lives for the future. Interested? Then please let us know and we will be in touch to tell you more. Inheritance tax relief This relief applies to those who wish to leave a legacy of 10% or more of their net estate to charity. The remaining assets are then taxed at 36% instead of the usual 40%. Which type of gift? If you would like to know more about the different types of legacy gift, do get in touch, Development Officer, Liz Silvester, at lmsilvester@eastbourne-college.co.uk / 01323 452261. Please note: we are not legal experts, and this is not legal advice. Please seek professional advice from a solicitor if you would like additional information.

are people connected to Ascham, St Andrew’s and Eastbourne College, who have pledged to leave a financial gift to the Charity, Eastbourne College Incorporated, in their will. All legacy giving is currently paid into the Devonshire Society Bursary Fund, providing life-enhancing opportunities to more young people through means-tested bursaries. We invite you to make a pledge to leave a legacy gift to the Charity and join the club. We offer you and your partner an annual lunch at Eastbourne College on Foundation Day and your own tie or scarf to show that you are a proud member of the Devonshire Society. So far this generous way of giving back to the Charity has raised over £4.78m. Things to consider Bursary awards We offer a named bursary award for legacy gifts of £300,000 or more. If you are

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