Give in your will
By including a precious gift in your will to Myeloma UK, you can ensure many more families benefit from our life-changing services and groundbreaking research.
Myeloma UK is a charity solely funded by our supporters.
We receive no funding at all from the NHS or government.
Everything we do is funded by voluntary contributions, fundraising and gifts left in wills
A growing need for your support
Every day in the UK 16 people hear the devastating news they have myeloma. And thousands are already living with this type of cancer.
This means the demand for our services is growing all the time. It also means it’s critical we achieve research breakthroughs as soon as possible to improve diagnoses, treatment and care, as well as find new treatments.
But as a charity that receives no funding from the NHS or government, receiving more gifts in wills will help us to meet the increasing demand and fund future research.
They make up a large part of our funding now, and will be needed more than ever in the future.
After taking care of your family and friends, please do consider including a gift in your will to Myeloma UK.
Your generosity and kindness now will help to improve the lives of future generations. Thank you.
Download your free gifts in wills guide
Our gifts in wills guide provides further information about how your generosity can help create a future where no one faces myeloma alone.
We’ve also included plenty of advice about what to consider when making or updating your will.
Helping others affected by myeloma
Discover why Neil, who was diagnosed with myeloma, decided to leave a gift in his will to help make myeloma history and support our life-changing services.
Sadly, since Neil made this video, he has passed away. We’re extremely grateful to Neil’s family for their continuing support.
The types of gifts you can include in your will
Big or small, your gift will make a huge difference to people living with myeloma across the UK. The types of gifts you can give include:
A share of your estate
This is known as a residuary gift. It is a percentage of your estate you may wish to leave to a charity after taking care of your loved ones and financial commitments.
Because a residuary gift is a percentage of your estate, it will keep its value over time.
Sum of money
This is called a pecuniary gift. It’s a fixed amount of money you include in your will. It’s a good idea to regularly review pecuniary gifts, because the cost of living can reduce their value over time.
A specific gift
This is when you state in your will that you would like to leave someone a specific item, such as a piece of jewellery, a painting or shares.
Wording to make sure your wishes are carried out
If you decide to include a gift in your will to Myeloma UK, it’s important that you use the following information to help ensure your wishes are carried out.
- The registered name of our charity: Myeloma UK
- Our registered charity no: SC026116
- Our registered charity address: 22 Logie Mill, Beaverbank Business Park, Edinburgh EH7 4HG
Important: Please note that Myeloma UK is not listed on the Charity Commission website because we are registered as a charity in Scotland and are regulated by OSCR, the Scottish Charity Regulator.
Write your will for free
You can write a new will or amend an existing one with our will writing partner, Accord Legal Services.
You can do this over the phone, online or receive a visit from an adviser at your home.
This offer covers the writing or amending of a standard single or joint will. You may have to pay a fee to write or update a complex will.
Typically, using our free will writing service involves the following steps:
- You arrange an appointment with Accord by emailing myelomauk@accordwills.co.uk or calling 01744 807048. Please quote Myeloma UK.
- Accord will arrange an appointment that’s convenient for you to discuss your needs.
- During your appointment, a will adviser will provide step-by-step guidance and support to help you create your will. The appointment may be conducted over the phone, online or at your home.
- You can go back and amend your will at any time.
Important: When you use this service, you do not have to include a gift in your will to Myeloma UK. However, any gift you do include will be greatly appreciated.
The importance of writing your Will
Having an up-to-date and valid Will is the only way you can have peace of mind that your property, money and personal possessions will be distributed in the way you want.
Simply telling your loved ones what your wishes are or writing them down is not enough. If you don’t have a valid will, the rules of intestacy will decide who inherits your estate, which may lead to your home, money and belongings going to the Crown.
Having a valid and up-to-date will can also make things much easier for your loved ones after you’re gone.
Because having to sort out extra complications caused by the lack of a valid will can be extremely stressful, and especially when you’re grieving.
Please do think about making a will to take care of your family and friends in the future. And after you’ve looked after them, please consider leaving a small share of what is left to Myeloma UK.
Further questions you may have
What exactly is a will?
A will is a legal document that states in writing what you want to happen when you die. This includes who will be appointed to ensure your final wishes are carried out and what will happen to your money, possessions and assets.
You can also include details about what kind of funeral you would like, and whether you wish to have your body cremated, buried or donated for organ transplant or medical research.
What happens if I don’t make a will?
There are many variables in what a partner, spouse or family member is legally entitled to depending on how their relationship is viewed in law.
Having a will is a safe way to ensure your partner, children, relatives and friends receive exactly what you want them to. Without a will, someone you have not appointed will decide what happens to your effects, which can cause undue stress to surviving partners and families at a difficult time of loss.
Where can I find a solicitor?
If you don’t have a solicitor, you can use our trusted will writing partner, Accord Legal Services. They’re offering everyone in the myeloma community the chance to have a standard single or joint will written or amended for free.
To discuss your situation, contact myelomauk@accordwills.co.uk or call 01744 807084, quoting Myeloma UK. Accord will then arrange a phone or online appointment with you, or they’ll visit you at home.
There are other will making options available online, if you prefer to organise a simple will yourself. However, it’s important to make sure that the option you choose will accommodate your circumstances and wishes.
Visit wills.which.co.uk/wills/selector to discover which will is best for you.
How much does it cost to make a will?
A standard single will can cost from £100 upwards. If you can’t pay this, please consider using our will writing partner, Accord Legal Services.
They’re offering everyone in the myeloma community the chance to have a standard single or joint will written or amended for free.
To discuss your situation, contact myelomauk@accordwills.co.uk or call 01744 807084, quoting Myeloma UK. Accord will then arrange a phone or online appointment with you, or they’ll visit you at home.
I’m not wealthy – can I still make a difference?
It really is important to make a will, even if you don’t think you have much to pass on. Many people underestimate the value of their home and belongings, pension and savings. You might be surprised at how everything adds up.
Wills are also important because they allow you to name who you want to inherit your estate. Close friends, partners (if you’re not married or in a civil partnership), carers and relations by marriage do not automatically qualify to inherit.
I keep meaning to make a will but I’ve never got around to it. When should I make my will?
Making a will can seem daunting, but it’s important to make one as soon as possible.
To do this, please consider using our will writing partner, Accord Legal Services. You can make or amend a simple or joint will with them for free. And doing this will probably be a lot easier than you think.
What do I need to decide before I make my will?
It’s good to consider the following when thinking through what you want to include in your will.
– Who would you like to appoint to carry out your wishes (also known as the executor)? You can appoint more than one person, if you you wish to.
– Who would you wish to leave a gift to, e.g. partners, spouses, children, etc?
– Do you have any specific wishes, for example, whether you wish to be buried or cremated, what sort of funeral you would like?
– Which charities would you like to leave gifts to? You will need to include the charity’s registered name and charity number (e.g. Myeloma UK, SC026116). Details for other charities can be found on the Charity Commission website or OSCR website (Scottish registered charities only).
– It’s also worth considering whether you want to appoint someone as your power of attorney. This is someone you trust to manage your financial affairs while you are alive and take decisions about your wellbeing if you become ill or incapacitated.
How do I leave a gift in my will to Myeloma UK?
Every gift left in a will to Myeloma UK is greatly appreciated. It continues our vital work helping people living with myeloma and their families. It funds services, patient advocacy and research. Ultimately, gifts in wills are hugely important to our shared goal of discovering a cure for myeloma.
If you speak to a solicitor about making a will, you can discuss with them what type of gift you would like to leave Myeloma UK. They will then draft the correct wording for you.
The different types of gifts you can leave include a share of your estate (residuary gift), sum of money (pecuniary gift) or a specific gift, such as a piece of jewellery or shares .
The essential charity information you must include in your will is:
Name of our charity: Myeloma UK
Our registered charity no: SC026116
Our registered charity address: 22 Logie Mill, Beaverbank Business Park, Edinburgh, EH7 4HG
I already have a will but I would like to include a gift to Myeloma UK. Can I amend my existing will?
If you are making big changes to your will (involving more than 10% of your estate), it is better to make a new will. This will ensure that everything is recorded clearly and legally.
If you are making a small change, you can note your wishes down in a codicil. A codicil is an additional legal document which needs to be witnessed and stored alongside your existing will.
If you would like to make changes to your will, it’s best to contact your solicitor or a will writing service like our partner, Accord Legal Services.
They’re offering you the opportunity to have a standard single or joint will written or amended for free.
To make an appointment with Accord, contact them at myelomauk@accordwills.co.uk or call 01744 807084, quoting Myeloma UK.
Who do I contact if I’m an executor or solicitor and have a query about a gift left in a will?
Please call 0131 230 0429 or email giftsinwills@myeloma.org.uk and someone will get back to you as soon as possible.
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If you’ve already included a gift in your will to Myeloma UK and would like to let us know about this, please use the form below.
You can also use the form to ask us to contact you to discuss leaving a gift in your will to Myeloma UK.
Supporter stories
Read stories about some of the amazing people who have included a gift in their will to help make myeloma history and ensure no one faces myeloma alone.
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