Leave a Gift in your Will
Your legacy today can ensure no child faces cancer alone
A gift in your Will is one of the most powerful ways you can ensure that children and their families facing childhood cancer are never alone.
After caring for your loved ones, you may choose to leave a percentage of your estate, a specific amount, or what remains of your estate to the Childhood Cancer Association. Every gift, no matter the size, helps ensure we can continue providing more than 30 vital services to families when they need it most.
Your legacy could help provide practical care and support, including:
- Accommodation close to the hospital
- Counselling for all members of the family
- Education and practical support
- Bereavement care for grieving families
By leaving a gift in your Will, you help ensure families continue to receive this support for generations to come.
Why your gift matters
Many of our supporters tell us they choose to leave a gift in their Will because they want their values – care, community and generosity – to live on.
After providing for loved ones, even a small percentage of your estate can make a profound difference for families facing childhood cancer.
You don’t need to be wealthy to leave a meaningful gift – what matters most is the intention behind it.
We do not receive any ongoing government funding for our support services – everything we provide is made possible by people like you.
A gift in your Will is an extraordinary act of generosity and a powerful way to stand beside families beyond your lifetime.
How to include a gift in your Will
There are several simple ways to include the Childhood Cancer Association in your Will:
- A specific dollar amount
- A percentage of your estate
- The remainder of your estate after other gifts
- Your entire estate (if appropriate)
Don't have a Will yet?
Write your Will online - 50% off (exclusive offer)
To make the process easy, we have partnered with Safewill, Australia's digital estate planning platform, to offer our community 50% off an online Will.
Safewill allows you to:
- Complete a legally valid Will in around 20 minutes
- Have your Will reviewed by a practising Australian solicitor
- Include a gift to the Childhood Cancer Association, if you wish
- Update it easily as your circumstances change
- Follow simple step-by-step guidance throughout
Next steps
If you’re considering leaving a gift in your Will, here are some simple steps:
- Reflect – Think about what matters most to you and the legacy you’d like to leave.
- Share – Talk with your family or loved ones about your wishes.
- Consult – Speak with a solicitor or use our online Will service with Safewill.
- Let us know – If you include the Childhood Cancer Association, we can thank you and ensure your wishes are honoured.
If you’d like to have a confidential conversation about leaving a gift in your Will, our team is here to help. There is no pressure or obligation – simply guidance and support.
Already have a Will?
If you already have a Will, it can be updated with a simple addition. Your solicitor can guide you through this process.
If you’ve already chosen to include the Childhood Cancer Association in your Will, we would be honoured to know. Sharing your intentions allows us to thank you and ensure your gift is used according to your wishes. All information is confidential, non-binding, and can be changed at any time.
For Solicitors
We have prepared suggested wording to assist in including a gift to the Childhood Cancer Association in your client's Will.
Thank you
Leaving a gift in your Will is a deeply personal decision. Your legacy will help ensure children facing cancer, and their families, continue to receive the support and care they need, when they need it most.
Cath O'Loughlin, Chief Executive.
Have questions? We're here to help
If you’d like more information or guidance about leaving a gift in your Will, our team is happy to assist.
- Email: info@childhoodcancer.asn.au
- Phone: (08) 8239 1444
- Fill out the Online form
You can also speak to our Chief Executive, Cath O’Loughlin directly – she’ll be happy to answer your questions and guide you through the process.
Your gift can make a lasting difference – today and for the future.
Watch Thomas's Story
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