As part of #RememberACharityWeek, we're sharing stories from our members about all their choices to leave #GiftInWills to charities, good causes, and family members. Again and again, humanists spoke about living on not in an imagined heaven, but in the real-world traces of a life well lived.

76 years young, 19 miles before breakfast, metabolic age of 58 – that’s the power of cycling! For 25 years, Mr. Spencer has been a proud Cycling UK member. Now, he’s leaving a legacy to keep the wheels turning.

💙 Ride today, inspire tomorrow. Learn how you can give back at cyclinguk.org/giftinwills

“Donors don’t give because you explained the tax benefits. They give because they care. I don't understand taxes but I do understand treats.”
– Leo

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“I watch the woods every day. Not because something is happening… but because something might. Do you watch for signals from your donors?”
– Leo

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“I sit quietly and observe the world before making decisions. Fundraising strategies could try this too.”
– Leo

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“Planting seeds today is how forests appear later. Get ahead of everyone else, like I do when mum takes me for a walk.”
- Leo

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“Humans wait until donors are very old to talk about legacies. Then they are surprised when the plan was already made.”
– Leo

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“You cannot expect results from a programme you refuse to invest in. It makes you look like you're napping on the job!”
– Leo

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“Legacy fundraising requires patience. Humans do not enjoy patience. I enjoy snacks but I have to be patient”
– Leo

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“I like watching humans explain why their legacy programme isn’t working. Apparently the solution is always another brochure.”
– Leo

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“My mum helps charities raise more legacy gifts. Which is excellent because… more legacy gifts = more treats.”
– Leo

(Hire my mum. She’s very good at this.)

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“Keep your donors warm and inspired by offering them personalized attention. Like a nice, toasty fire during an ice storm”
- Leo 🐾

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“Humans say legacy giving is important. Then they fund literally everything else first.”
– Leo
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A single gift in a Will gave Michela a home and the ambition to find her independence.

This #RememberACharityWeek, we’re grateful for legacies like Michael's. Your gift can provide security and a fresh start for someone who needs it most.

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