Mahatma Gandhi once said, “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” His timeless wisdom serves our purpose today. When we start out in the early stages of our lives, our focus is on accumulating wealth. But as life progresses, life teaches us the value of giving back.

Sharing our fortune earns us goodwill - it brings both spiritual and emotional rewards. Whether you’re donating to charity, feeding food to the hungry, sponsoring a child’s education, or feeding stray animals, every act of kindness counts.

In this blog, we want to discuss how giving matters and how giving back can carry on your legacy to your future generations, even after you’ve gone.

Why giving matters

We’ll give you five reasons to incorporate charitable actions in your life:

• You receive joy and fulfilment - You receive a sense of satisfaction when you give to others that money alone cannot bring you.

• Strengthen your values - Personal integrity and family bonds can be strengthened through acts of kindness.

• You pass on wisdom to the next generation - You teach your children values like compassion and empathy by leading through example.

• You inspire others - Generosity can be contagious. Your good deeds can influence your friends and family members.

• It leaves behind a social impact - With every donation you make, you make a greater impact and build a kinder, more equitable world.

The legacy of giving

Charity isn’t necessarily limited to the present. You can continue the legacy of giving beyond your lifetime. A Will is your way of doing so.

At AasaanWill, we help people extend their charity work beyond their lives through charitable bequests. You can donate to the people you care about through a Will. You can even include a charity, trust, or NGO in your Will in India. This act of kindness will make a difference even after you’re gone. How to do it? Let’s see.

• Assign a fixed amount or percentage of your estate to a registered charity

• Donate specific assets like jewellery, property, or shares

• Set up a charitable trust via your Will to fund things or causes that matter to you

You can immortalise your values by including a charity in your Will while setting an example for your next generations, inspiring them with values of compassion and kindness.

How AasaanWill can help you give back

We can help you create a legally valid Will online in India. The process is quick, easy, affordable, and guided by legal experts -

• We can help you decide on the right charitable organisation(s) for your goals

• We understand and guide you through the process of including charities as beneficiaries in your Will

• We help ensure all your intentions are legally backed and clearly demonstrated in your Will

Many Indians have contributed to the joy of giving and collaborated with us to honour their legacies.

“AasaanWill made it so simple for me to include my favourite NGO in my Will. Knowing my values will live on gives me deep peace.” - Ritu Sharma, AasaanWill user testimonial.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I include more than one charity in my Will?

Yes, you can include more than one charitable organisation in your Will, specifying the percentage or amount allocated to each.

1. Do I need to register my Will for it to be valid?

Registration is not compulsory in India. However, registering your Will adds an extra shield of legal protection to it, making it difficult to be contested. At AasaanWill, we can guide you on when and how to register your Will.

1. What if the charity I’ve named ceases to exist in the future?

You can always include a substitute beneficiary in your Will in such a case. This would ensure your donation reaches a worthy cause in any circumstances.

Final words

The joy of giving need not end with your lifetime. Planning strategically and thoughtfully ensures your wealth serves the causes you believe in even after you’re gone.

Not sure where to start? Talk to us today!