Common questions

Can a Macmillan speaker visit my school or group? Back to top

Whether you want to learn more about Macmillan, focus on charities in a class or assembly, or even introduce the subject of cancer in your school – inviting a Macmillan speaker to your school or group is a great way to kick-start your discussions. If you would like to be put in touch with your local Macmillan speaker to discuss your group’s needs and arrange a visit, please contact us|.

Can we order additional items to support our event? Back to top

Please contact your local fundraising office| who will be able to provide you with additional fundraising materials and information about Macmillan.

How do I pay in money? Back to top

Please send a cheque made payable to Macmillan Cancer Support, along with any sponsorship forms you’ve used to: 

Schools and Youth
Macmillan Cancer Support
89 Albert Embankment
London
SE1 7UQ 

How do I claim Gift Aid? Back to top

Turn your £1s into £1.25s. 

You can increase the value of donations to Macmillan by making Gift Aid a part of your sponsored event. 

For every £1 people sponsor you, we can claim an extra 25p from the government in Gift Aid at no extra cost to your sponsor. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3: 

1. Check the sponsor is a UK tax payer 
2. We need their name, home address, postcode, donation amount and make sure they tick the Gift Aid box (please get the sponsor to fill in the form) 
3. Send your sponsor forms in with any money. 

How will the money we have raised be used?  Back to top

Macmillan Cancer Support improves the lives of people affected by cancer|. 

We provide practical, medical, emotional and financial support. We are a force for change: listening to people affected by cancer and working together for better cancer care. 

You and your school or group can make a real difference by raising money to help us to carry on with our life changing work. Remember, it doesn't matter how much your school raises. £30 or £300 will help improve lives. For more information see How your support can help|.  

How do I order Macmillan teaching resources? Back to top

Macmillan has developed a full range of National Curriculum linked teaching resources to support your ongoing work on cancer and health awareness issues.

These are available on www.cancertalk.org.uk|, our website dedicated to teachers and youth leaders.

How can I help a young person affected by cancer? Back to top

Please see the resources and advice on www.cancertalk.org.uk| 

I’ve got questions about cancer - who can I talk to? Back to top

Whether you have questions about cancer, need support, or just want someone to talk to, call the Macmillan Support Line| on 0808 808 00 00. Our cancer support specialists are here for everyone living with cancer, whatever they need.  All calls are confidential and won’t show up on your phone bill.

I can’t find what I’m looking for, who can I contact? Back to top

If you would like to contact Macmillan’s Schools and Youth team, fill out our online contact form|. Alternatively, email schools@macmillan.org.uk| or call us on 020 7840 7805.