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A gift in your Will can transform young people’s lives

As you reflect on your journey, help a young person start theirs: write a gift to The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award into your Will.

Your generosity will give a young person facing tough challenges the chance to breathe new air, learn new skills, and start to find their own path.

Unexpected passions. Expanding horizons. Lifelong connections. Your gift will make all this – and more – possible.

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The DofE was the start of a new future for Aleea-Mae

“I was born profoundly deaf in both ears. I felt really happy when I was offered the opportunity to do my DofE because it was something to look forward to and I knew what it could do for my future.”

– Aleea-Mae, Bronze Award holder

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Our promise to you

  • We promise to respect your privacy if you share your decision to include a gift in your Will with us.
  • We will use your gift wisely to help the DofE create opportunities and transform the lives of more young people.
  • We understand that personal circumstances may change, and you may need to change your Will.
  • We will treat your next of kin with sensitivity and gratitude for your kindness.

Our promise to young people

DofE believes in youth without limits, and we want to be there for every young person – no matter their background.

Since 1956, we’ve been supporting young people facing tough challenges, providing access to skills, support and a sense of purpose when they need it the most.

Whether you’re a supporter, a volunteer or someone who enjoyed their DofE experience, you can help us keep our promise to young people by leaving a gift to the DofE in your Will.

Your gift will help ensure every young person has the chance to breathe new air, learn new skills, and find their own path through DofE.

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"One thing is sure in a changing world, the real needs of youth won’t change – though the methods of meeting them will do so."
Lord John Hunt
Leader of the 1953 Everest expedition and first Director of DofE
"I’ve been involved in running a group for over 30 years but hope that my money can be used by the Award long after I’ve gone!"
Derek
Leader, volunteer and Gifts in Wills pledger

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