04 September 2026
The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) has revealed a range of unique gifts that the charity has received as bequests in the lead up to Remember a Charity Week (7–13 September).
The annual awareness-raising week encourages people to consider leaving a charitable gift in their will.
In a statement, the RNIB revealed a range of unusual gifts that have been entrusted to the charity through wills – including a bequest that entrusted the care of two pet sheep to RNIB.
A collection of glass eyes, a trophy awarded in a turnip growing competition and a piano are among other bequests outlined by the charity.
The theme of this year’s Remember a Charity Week is What’s my Legacy. RNIB is encouraging people to consider leaving a gift to the charity so it can continue to support blind and partially sighted people across the UK.
RNIB chair of trustees, Anna Tylor, shared that gifts in wills make up more than a third of RNIB’s income.
“By leaving a gift to RNIB, you can help people with sight loss build skills, gain confidence and live full and independent lives,” she said.
More information about including a gift to the RNIB in a will can be found online.
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