A legacy for future generations

Sadly, 1 in 2 of us will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in our lifetime and most of us will know someone who has been affected by the disease.

East Anglian cancer charity, Big C, is committed to providing outstanding support for those in the local community, now and for future generations. Funds received from legacies are a fundamental source of income for Big C and vital to enable the charity to continue the crucial role it plays in supporting those in need.

From its first small, but important, fundraising project providing chemotherapy equipment at the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital in 1980, Big C has grown into an impressive organisation which funds specialist support and information services, life-saving equipment and internationally significant research projects. This research greatly benefits local people and has a global impact on our understanding and treatment of the many types of cancer.

A recent addition to the charity’s services is Big C’s Virtual Support and Information Centre, which enables people to access crucial support from the comfort of their own home. Online help is offered via Big C’s Virtual Support Centre, offering 1:1 video support, virtual groups and wellbeing classes, or support by telephone for those who do not have online access.

Dr Chris Bushby, CEO at Big C says, “Sadly most people in our local community will be affected by cancer at some point in their lives, whether that be their own diagnosis, or that of a loved one or friend. As a local charity, we are often overwhelmed by how people express their gratitude for the support we offer and the investments we make in research and medical equipment. One of the most significant ways they do this is by leaving a legacy to Big C in their will. The difference that legacy giving makes to Big C cannot be overstated. It is vital to our ability to invest in research and equipment in our region’s hospitals and to provide outstanding and accessible support and information close to where people live. It can literally change the future for people facing cancer now and in years to come.”

Leaving a legacy to Big C is a precious gift for future generations.

For more information on leaving a legacy to Big C please contact Katherine Morgan at katherine.morgan@big-c.co.uk or call 01603 964490