Legacy Giving
Leaving a legacy to Sicklekan is a way to support people living with sickle cell disease now, while helping to improve care and outcomes for future generations.
Legacy gifts allow us to plan responsibly, strengthen specialist services, and invest in long-term solutions that address both the medical and social challenges of sickle cell disease.
Why Legacy Gifts Matter
Sickle cell disease is a lifelong, inherited condition that continues to cause avoidable pain, inequality, and disruption for individuals and families. Legacy gifts help Sicklekan to:
Improve access to specialist support and advocacy.
Develop sustainable services that reduce crisis and hardship
Support education, innovation, and research.
Plan for long-term impact beyond short-term funding cycles.
Every legacy gift, regardless of size, contributes to lasting change.
How Legacy Gifts Are Used
Legacy donations may support:
Specialist sickle cell care and patient support services
Technology-enabled health and wellbeing initiatives.
A national sickle cell helpline.
Research, education, and prevention-focused work.
Where possible, we seek to respect donors’ wishes while ensuring funds are used effectively and in line with our charitable objectives.
Trust, Transparency, and Governance.
Sicklekan is committed to:
Strong governance and trustee oversight.
Responsible financial management.
Transparency and accountability.
Using funds solely to further our charitable purposes.
Legacy gifts are handled with care and applied in accordance with charity law and best practice.
Speak to Us in Confidence
If you are thinking about leaving a legacy gift or would like more information, we welcome confidential, no-obligation enquiries.
Contact us about legacy giving
Request our legacy information pack
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a legacy gift?
A legacy gift is a donation made to a charity through a Will or long-term giving arrangement, allowing you to support a cause beyond your lifetime.
Do I need to be wealthy to leave a legacy gift?
No. Any legacy gift, whatever the size, can make a meaningful contribution to Sicklekan’s work.
Can I change my Will after including a legacy gift?
Yes. Wills can usually be updated at any time. We recommend seeking independent legal advice if you are considering changes.
Can I specify how my legacy gift is used?
You may express a preference for how your gift is applied. We aim to honour donor wishes where possible, while ensuring funds are used in line with our charitable purposes and legal obligations.
Is my legacy gift tax-efficient?
Legacy gifts to registered charities may have tax benefits. We recommend speaking to a qualified adviser for personalised advice.
Does Sicklekan provide legal or financial advice?
No. Sicklekan does not provide legal or financial advice. We encourage all supporters to consult independent professional advisers.
Will my legacy gift be acknowledged?
We recognise that some supporters wish to be acknowledged, while others prefer to remain anonymous. We respect individual preferences.
How can I find out more?
You can contact us in confidence to request further information or discuss legacy giving in general terms.