Semantic Coherence: Macmillan Cancer Support – Signal Evidence & AI Readability

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[H2] Cancer isn't fair. Cancer care should be.
Our Fair Cancer Care campaign is bringing people together to make cancer care better for everyone.See our campaign
[H2] Cancer isn't fair. Cancer care should be.
Our Fair Cancer Care campaign is bringing people together to make cancer care better for everyone.See our campaign

[H1] Macmillan Cancer Support
We're doing whatever it takes to help more people with cancer get the best care the UK has to offer, whoever and wherever they are.

[H2] Get support when you need it
Find out how we can support you and get information about different cancer types.

Find information and support

[H2] Get involved
With your support we can be there for the 3 million people in the UK living with cancer. Find out how you can get involved.

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Ways to donateMake a one-off donation, or set up a monthly donation to support people with cancer.

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Start fundraisingFind an event, be inspired by our fundraising ideas, or get help smashing your target.

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Volunteer for MacmillanWhether it's minutes or months, hours or days, the time you give really does matter.

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Campaign with usFrom cancer treatment delays to the workforce crisis, our campaigns fight for real change.

[H2] What's new?
Find out more about what's happening at Macmillan this week and how you can support our work.

[H2] Macmillan Support Line

The Macmillan Support Line offers free, confidential support to people living with cancer and their loved ones. If you need to talk, we'll listen.

Call us free on 0808 808 00 008am to 8pm, 7 days a week. You can talk to our cancer specialists about anything.

Email the Macmillan Support LineEmail the Macmillan Support Team if you have any questions.

Chat onlineAvailable 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week. For confidential, real-time support if you don’t want to call.

[H2] More from Macmillan

[H3] Common cancer types

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[H1] Email the Macmillan Support Line

The Macmillan Support Line can help with clinical, practical, and financial information for people affected by cancer.
If you would like to contact us by email, please complete the form below - we aim to reply within two working days.
If you would prefer to speak to someone, you can call us free on 0808 808 00 00 (7 days a week, 8am–8pm).
We’re only able to respond to enquiries about cancer care within the United Kingdom, as health services differ in other countries.
Please note, we’re unable to contact someone on your behalf, so include only your own details in the form.
We are committed to being more gender inclusive. Please bear with us while we update our forms.

[H2] Who is your question about?

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[H1] Gifts in wills

Gifts in wills fund over a third of Macmillan's work to support people living with cancer. Your legacy is more important today than ever before.

Leave a gift in your will to MacmillanGet a free gifts in wills guide

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[H3] How to leave a gift in your will
Including a gift to Macmillan in your will is an easy process. Find out about the different ways you can leave a gift as well as other things you need to consider when writing your will.Leave a gift to Macmillan in your will

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[H3] Reasons to leave a gift in your will to Macmillan
Gifts in Wills fund a third of our work. Their huge positive impact helps us to invest in vital services for people living with cancer when they need them most, including financial and emotional support.Find out what your gift could do

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[H3] Write your will for free with Macmillan
We have partnered with a panel of trusted will writing providers so you have the option to write your will for free. Find out how you can register.
Register for free will service

[H2] Information for executors
Being an executor can feel complicated if you’re new to it. We have lots of information to help, including what to do if a gift has been left to Macmillan.See information for executors

[H2] Come talk to us at an event
Meet us at one of our events and find out how you can create a lasting legacy with a gift in your will to Macmillan. Speak to a solicitor, and be treated to a free tour of the venue, or an activity. If no events are listed, you can register for future events.View more events

[H2] Frequently Asked Questions

A gift in a will (sometimes called a legacy gift) is a way of leaving something to a person or group after you die. There are different types of gifts you can leave in a will, such as money, part of your estate, or belongings. Many people choose to leave a gift in their will to charity, particularly if they have a personal connection to the cause. Find out how to leave a gift in your will to Macmillan..

We offer a free will service, where we connect you with one of our will writing partners. They help you write your will free of charge. You may be able to write your free will online, via phone/video, through the post or at home depending on where you live. Learn more about Macmillan's Free Will Service.

Many charities offer free wills for Free Wills Month in March and October, but Macmillan offers free wills all year round for adults who are aged 18 or older. Find out more about Free Wills Month.

Some charities can act as executor of your will but it is important to make them aware of this when you write your will. Macmillan can act as Executor of your Will if we are receiving a significant gift, such as a residuary gift (a share of what’s left after other gifts and expenses), and we would be honoured to take on this role for you.

Throughout March 2025, working closely with The Times, we’ve brought together inspiring voices—people supported through their cancer journey, the dedicated professionals providing life-changing care, and those who have chosen to leave a legacy of hope by including Macmillan in their will. Read about the chain of giving.

Our Gift in Wills team have a range of experiences and knowledge in legacy giving. Visit our Gifts in Wills team page to find out more.

[H2] Get in touch

Meet the Gifts in Wills team Our team have a wide range of experiences and knowledge of legacy giving. Find out more about the team.

0300 1000 200Call our Supporter Care team Monday to Friday, 9:30am-4:30pm

Email usEmail the Gifts in Wills team if you have any questions.

Donation FAQsRead answers to your frequently asked questions, including ways you can donate, donating from abroad and setting up direct debits.

How to donate to MacmillanFind out about the different ways you can give your donation to Macmillan, including by phone, post, through payroll giving or easyfundraising.

[H1] Cancer information and support

If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with cancer, we're here to help. Use our Smart Search to find support and information about cancer. Try adding a question mark for better results.

Cancer information and support
If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with cancer, we're here to help. Use our Smart Search to find support and information about cancer. Try adding a question mark for better results.

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[H2] Cancer A to Z
Find information about all types of cancer, including diagnosis, treatments and drugs, as well as advice to help with the different ways cancer may impact your life.

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[H2] Find the right information for you
Answer a few quick questions and we’ll show you the support that fits your situation.Start now

[H2] Learn about cancer
Find information about getting a diagnosis, what to expect from treatment, and managing practical and financial worries.

[H2] Get information for you
Our information covers all aspects of a cancer diagnosis, and it can be tricky to know where to start. Find the right information for you.

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Find cancer support services near you

Which location are you interested in?

Find out about Macmillan services in your area. From cancer information centres to welfare and benefits advice services.

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[H2] How we can help

Call us free on 0808 808 00 008am to 8pm, 7 days a week. You can talk to our cancer specialists about anything.

Email the Macmillan Support LineEmail the Macmillan Support Team if you have any questions.

Chat onlineAvailable 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week. For confidential, real-time support if you don’t want to call.

Online CommunityChat online anonymously to others who understand what you are going through. Our community is available 24/7 and has dedicated forums where you can get advice and ask our experts.

Sign up for our monthly emailsDo you have cancer or are you supporting someone who has? Fill in our form to receive monthly emails with information, news and updates to help you.

Get support from Macmillan BuddiesSign up for 12 weeks of support with our free Macmillan Buddies service. With a weekly call from one of our trained volunteers, you don't have to face cancer alone.

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[H1] Donate to Macmillan
Cancer isn't fair. Cancer care should be. With your help, we will do whatever it takes to make cancer care fairer for everyone. Donate nowDonate to MacmillanCancer isn't fair. Cancer care should be. With your help, we will do whatever it takes to make cancer care fairer for everyone. Donate now

[H2] Make a donation

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[H3] It takes us all for fair cancer care
We’re doing whatever it takes to make cancer care fair for everyone – whoever they are, wherever they live and whatever they’re going through.
But it takes us all for fair cancer care – we can’t do it without you.
Donate now to help make cancer care fair for everyone. Donate now

[H2] How to donate
As well as giving online, there are lots of other ways you can donate to Macmillan. Find out more about the different options to help you decide the best way to give for you.

See more ways to donate

[H2] Leave a gift in your will
By leaving a gift in your will, you will be helping to ensure that future generations of people continue to get all the support they need, no matter what their situation.

Find out more about leaving a gift in your will

[H2] Macmillan Lottery and Raffle
Play the Macmillan Lottery or enter the latest raffle for the chance to win great prizes, while also helping people living with cancer. It's a win-win!

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[H3] Donate in Memory
Remembering someone by supporting Macmillan is a great way to continue their story. From taking part in a fundraising event to collecting donations on a special occasion, there are many ways to commemorate someone important to you.Discover more

[H2] Philanthropy
If you're looking to give a large donation, our dedicated Philanthropy Team are here to help you make the biggest impact for Macmillan.

Learn more about philanthropy

[H2] Why support Macmillan

[H2] Your impact
In 2024 supporters raised a £245.5 million for Macmillan and we spent £150.4 million on services for people living with cancer.
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2.4 million
In 2024 alone, we helped 2.4 million people affected by cancer
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65,000
We supported healthcare professionals to deliver more than 65,000 Macmillan Holistic Needs Assessments
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700,000 people
Our Macmillan nurses, support workers and palliative care nurses reached approximately 700,000 people living with cancer
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260 per day
In 2024, the Macmillan Support Line supported on average more than 260 people affected by cancer every day

[H2] Related information
Find answers to your frequently asked questions about donating to Macmillan, along with information about Gift Aid and giving through your payroll.

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[H1] Fundraise for Macmillan
Find an event, get inspired by fundraising ideas, or discover ways to smash your target.Fundraise for MacmillanFind an event, get inspired by fundraising ideas, or discover ways to smash your target.

[H2] Find an event
Whether you prefer an adrenaline rush or a caffeine rush we've got an event to suit you.

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Swim It

June - July

Anywhere

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15,000 Steps a Day in June

June 2026

Anywhere

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12 or 13 June 2026

York

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[H2] Do your own thing
There's no one-size-fits-all when it comes to raising money for a great cause.

View all ideas

[H2] Get active
If you're taking on a physical challenge to raise money, we've got you covered - whatever your fitness level. From training plans, to nutrition advice, it's all here.

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RunningWhether you're building up to your first 10k, or you're taking on a marathon, we've got everything you need to get to that finish line.

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HikingLace up your walking boots and take on some seriously scenic hiking routes for people living with cancer.

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CyclingGetting on your bike and clocking up the miles is a brilliant way to discover the great outdoors and make a difference to people living with cancer.

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SwimmingFrom open water swimming to laps around your local pool, a swimming challenge is a great way to raise money for Macmillan.View all

[H2] Fundraise in memory
Raising money in memory is a great way to celebrate your loved one's life and make a difference to people living with cancer. Find out more about the different ways you can fundraise in memory of a family member or friend.

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[H2] Why support Macmillan
Cancer isn't going anywhere. And neither are we. But we can't do it without you.