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1 in 2 of us will be diagnosed with cancer by age 85.
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Leave a lasting legacy.

Imagine the legacy of hope your Will can be to the next generation. By funding the future of research, your gift allows us to plan ahead and be ambitious in the pursuit of a cancer-free future. A future where we can stop cancer before it starts, detect cancer earlier, and provide more personalised care and support to improve wellbeing and survival.

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Around 17 new research projects funded each year

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Over 19,000 cancer support calls answered

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6,000 lives saved each year

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Peter Sutton is participating in a vital longitudinal study and is passionate about cancer research for the good of humanity.

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Dr Sibel Saya is developing a simple DNA test to predict cancer risk to improve early detection.

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Professor Shankar Siva is using a sniper approach to unmask tumours, improving the effectiveness of immunotherapy.

Cancer Council Victoria is a world leader in cancer research, prevention, and support. Investing in cutting-edge research across all cancer types, we are uniquely placed to effect real change in the future of cancer care.

Here’s what Gifts in Wills have helped us achieve

Gifts in Wills have helped bring a cancer free future closer. With your support, we invest in cutting-edge cancer research and prevention projects, where the biggest impact can be made, even if that takes years.

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Our iconic Slip-Slop-Slap and SunSmart programs have prevented more than 43,000 cancers.

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Health 2020, a study involving more than 40,000 Victorians has uncovered clear links between diet, weight, and higher risk of 13 different cancers.

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By 2030, cervical cancer will be eliminated in Victoria as result of screening and HPV immunisation programs.


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Be part of the Daffodil Circle

With more than 50 per cent of the research Cancer Council Victoria funds coming from gifts in Wills, we are incredibly grateful for the commitment our supporters have made to a cancer-free future.

That’s why, if you inform us that you are leaving us a gift in your Will, you’ll be invited to join our Daffodil Circle.

As a member, you will have the opportunity to connect more deeply with the research we fund through exclusive laboratory tours, news updates, and special events. You’ll be able to meet some of our researchers and hear first-hand how their research is progressing and be able to connect with other like-minded people who share your vision.

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Get in touch with our friendly Gifts in Wills team who can discuss different options with you. 

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Learn more about the impact you’ll make and how to leave a gift.

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Let us know you left a bequest

If we know your intentions it helps us plan ahead and allows us to thank you.

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Abi Leaving a gift in your Will isn't as difficult as you might think. However, if you have any questions or would like to talk to someone about it, you can reach our Gifts in Wills team members Abi by calling (03) 9514 6828, emailing giftsinwills@cancervic.org.au or submitting an enquiry form below.

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