Be inspired
Discover how leaving a gift to Pilgrims Hospices in your Will can help people in east Kent living with an incurable illness.
I've left a gift to Pilgrims in my Will because...
"of the wonderful caring time they give to patients in the twilight of their lives."
"I think you are marvellous!"
"because for so many years I have supported this wonderful organisation, staffed by such lovely people. My admiration increased at the passing of my beautiful lady wife."
"It is the most wonderful of all the charities and it's local."
Shirley's story
Shirley Johnston experienced first-hand the vital support provided by Pilgrims Hospices, when her mum and husband both received the charity's care at the end of their lives.
"I could never have cared for either my husband or my mum in the way the hospice cared for them. I’m leaving a gift to the hospice to ensure that this incredible service continues to be here for future generations, for my children and grandchildren."
I've left a gift to Pilgrims in my Will because...
"because of the care my father received over the last few months of his life, especially the last 9 weeks and also the thoughtfulness of the staff and volunteers towards my mother and my family.”
"I have supported you as an avid fundraiser for over 30 years and want this to continue even when I have passed away."
“because of the amazing help and support given to my late husband. I will never forget.”
Verity's story
In 2017, we received a very generous gift in the will of Verity Judge, who came to Pilgrims for help coping with a life-limiting illness. She wanted to help us make the experience for visitors even better.
"Thanks to Verity’s generosity and vision, and the kindness of her family working with us to realise these renovations, this room now brings a real feeling of home comforts. Every moment together matters when someone in your family is seriously ill, and the way a space looks and is organised makes a huge difference to comfort and wellbeing."
Sue Sharp, Director of Income Generation and Marketing
I've left a gift to Pilgrims in my Will because...
“because you cared for my lovely late wife. Your help to us both was beyond anything we expected. Well done to you all!”
"you never know what is round the corner, I might need you one day."
"because of the kindness and care my husband received in the hospice. Sadly he passed away. This kindness was extended to family and friends too."
Hazel's story
Hazel Hayward's passion for the hospice was driven from a lifetime career of nursing. She volunteered in one of our first fundraising teams in 1991, helping raise vital funds to build a brand new hospice in the Isle of Thanet.
"I first met Hazel when I was a nurse at the hospice, she was incredibly cheerful and so happy to be playing her part in keeping the hospice running"
Mary Annett, friend of Hazel Hayward
