A gift in your Will, sometimes called a legacy, is one of the most powerful ways to be there for people with cancer. After you have looked after the people you love, a gift to Penny Brohn Cancer Care UK helps make sure this support is still here for whoever needs it next.
Why gifts in Wills matter
When Penny Brohn co-founded our charity in 1979, her vision was that no one should be denied this kind of support because of their income or their ability to give. That is why every service we offer is free, and why no one is ever turned away.
We receive no government funding, so we rely on the generosity of people who choose to support us. Gifts in Wills have mattered at some of the most important moments in our history. They have helped this charity survive and keep delivering its work when it was needed most.
A gift in your Will is one of the most powerful ways to say thank you, to give back and to help make sure Penny Brohn Cancer Care is still here for the next fifty years.
Every day, someone accesses a Penny Brohn service thanks to the generosity of someone they’ve never met. Could you be that person for someone else?
How to leave a gift in your Will
Leaving a gift is usually straightforward. If you are making or updating your Will, your solicitor or will writer can add a gift in a few sentences. If your Will is already written, they can add a simple amendment, known as a codicil, without starting again.
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Types of gift
Most people choose one of three kinds of gift: a share of what remains after loved ones and costs are taken care of (a residuary gift), a fixed sum (a pecuniary gift) or a particular item. Your solicitor can advise which is right for you.
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What your solicitor will need
Registered charity number 284881. Address: Ham Green House, Chapel Pill Lane, Pill, Bristol, BS20 0HH.
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Common questions
Does a gift in my Will need to be large to matter?
No. Gifts of every size make a difference. A small share of what remains, after your family and friends are looked after, can fund real support for someone with cancer.
Will my family and friends come first?
Always. We encourage everyone to look after the people they love first. A gift to us only ever comes after that.
Can I add a gift to a Will I already have?
Yes. A simple amendment called a codicil can usually be added without rewriting your Will. Your solicitor or will writer can arrange this.
Do I need to tell you about my gift?
No, and many people choose not to. But if you are happy to share your plans, it helps us plan for the future, and it gives us the chance to say thank you.
What details does my solicitor need?
Our name, charity number and address, listed above.
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Talk to us about leaving a gift
If you are thinking about leaving a gift, or you simply have questions, we would love to hear from you. There is no obligation, and no expectation that you tell us your decision. Call us on 0303 3000 118 or email fundraising@pennybrohn.org.uk.
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Keep this support here for the future
A gift in your Will keeps whole-person cancer support free for the people who need it next.