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Gifts in wills

Gifts in wills fund almost a third of Macmillan's work to support people living with cancer. Your legacy is more important today than ever before.
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How to write a will and leave a gift
Including a gift to Macmillan in your will is an easy process. Find out how to leave a gift as well as other things you need to consider when writing your will.
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The impact of leaving a gift in your will
Find out why Gifts in Wills have a huge impact and help Macmillan to offer vital services to people living with cancer.
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Information for executors
Being an executor can feel complicated. We have lots of information which can help including answers to your questions relating to a gift that has been left to Macmillan.
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Free Will Service
Macmillan has partnered with a panel of trusted will writing providers to offer you the chance to write your will for free.
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Join a gifts in wills event
Leaving a gift in your will to Macmillan means we can continue supporting people living with cancer long into the future. Find out how your support matters by joining a free Gifts in Wills event.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is a gift in a will?

    A gift in a will (sometimes called a legacy) is a way of leaving something to a person or group after you die. There are different types of gifts you can leave in a will, such as money, part of your estate, or belongings. Many people choose to leave a gift in their will to charity, particularly if they have a personal connection to the cause. Find out how to leave a gift in your will to Macmillan..

  • How do I write a will for free?

    We offer a free will service, where we connect you with one of our will writing partners and they help you write your will free of charge. You may be able to write your free will online, via phone/video, through the post or at home depending on where you live. Learn more about Macmillan's Free Will Service.

  • Does Macmillan take part in Free Wills Month?

    Many charities offer free wills for Free Wills Month in March and October but Macmillan offers free wills all year round for adults 18+. Find out more about Free Wills Month.

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