Gift in Will stories
Why others have decided to leave a gift in their Will to beat blood cancer
Shock diagnosis, newfound willpower
Kish Modi is facing the momentous task of managing a blood cancer diagnosis. But even with so much on his plate, he’s somehow finding every way in his power to raise awareness.
- Acute myeloid leukaemia
- Our supporters
- Treatments and side-effects
Running for a Cause: Cal Gates’ Journey from Newcastle to Sydney on foot in one weekend
In the face of adversity some people rise to the occasion with remarkable strength and determination. Cal Gates is one such individual. His story is one of inspiration, resilience, and a deep commitment to making a difference in the fight against blood cancer.
- Our supporters
Kish Modi’s AML journey
My name is Kish, I’m a 35-year-old who was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) in October last year. There were no warning signs – things just hit, very suddenly.
- Acute myeloid leukaemia
- bone marrow transplant
- chemotherapy
- Our supporters
- Treatments and side-effects
Beauty and the Geek, and his Will
In 2022 Lachy joined the World’s Greatest Shave community, buzzing off his locks to raise funds and awareness for the Leukaemia Foundation’s work. But what started out as an act of support for people living with blood cancer turned into something far more personal.
- Our supporters
Noel’s gift in will is a tribute to his family
When it came to writing his Will, Noel chose to leave a lasting legacy to the Leukaemia Foundation. With the naming of The Hurd Family Unit, the Leukaemia Foundation is delighted to recognise Noel’s kind-hearted bequest.
- Our supporters
Philanthropist Tom Shearer extends a helping hand
Tom Shearer grew up in Mannum, South Australia, a country town not far from Adelaide. Tom enjoyed a happy childhood, raised by parents who held strong values, including a responsibility for helping people in need. The values instilled by Tom’s parents translated to his generous spirit, with Tom becoming a loyal supporter of the Leukaemia Foundation.
- Our supporters
Helen’s steps to a gift in Will
Helen has no idea how many kilometres she walked with her beloved pooch Prinnie for over 15 years collecting for the Leukaemia Foundation Doorknock campaign. But she does know every step was worth it to help save the lives of children with blood cancer – like her young friend, Rachel, who was diagnosed with leukaemia in 1991.
- Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia
- Our supporters
Edward’s legacy secured with a gift in will
Edward Rhoades and his mum, Jan, knew they wanted to give others impacted by blood cancer a brighter future after he suffered from the debilitating side-effects of a stem cell transplant, to which he eventually lost his life.
- Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia
- Our supporters
David’s selfless gift towards a blood cancer-free future
Although never touched personally by blood cancer, David Pratt was so moved by the stories of families battling the disease that he has made the ultimate commitment to improve their future with a gift in his Will.
- Our supporters
Tom & Lindy: A future gift to honour Carly’s life
The Bartons honoured their daughter's life by leaving a gift in their Will.
- Our supporters
Thank you for being there when it matters most
Leukaemia Foundation Chairman, Dr Carrie Hillyard, has a special message for our supporters.
- Our supporters
Davina’s selfless generosity could spark research breakthrough
Through a Gift in her Will, Davina's been able to fund strategic research projects to help people with blood cancer.
- Myeloma
- Our supporters
- Research
