FAQs
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What is Legacy Action Week?
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Legacy Action Week is the time of year when smaller local charities come together to remind people that we’re as equally deserving as the larger, more well-known institutions. This annual event informs local people about gift-making, donations and legacy decisions and the difference they make to the work we're able to do.
What's the point?
Winchester is home to all kinds of charities. But smaller ones can sometimes struggle to get the awareness and recognition we need in order to help the people who need us. To fund the vital work we do, donations and gifts from legacies are crucial. Together, our charities help people from the moment they’re born all through their life to the moment of their passing - a whole life cycle. And each of us plays a vital part in helping the people of Winchester and the surrounding communities live better lives. Legacy Action Week helps pool our resources and make Winchester people aware of the help we provide.
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Which charities are involved?
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Currently, eight charities are taking part. These are Trinity, Winchester Hospice, Play to the Crowd, St John’s, Friends of the Family, Winchester Youth Counselling, Winchester Young Carers and Winchester Gold.
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Who else is taking part?
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​City solicitors, local estate agents, and community-based businesses such as Steel and Partners, funeral directors, have been lending a much-needed hand. If you'd like to support Legacy Action Week, or get involved, click here to get in touch.
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What can I do?
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Legacy Action Week 2026 will take place from Monday 20 April to Friday 24 April. During the week you’ll find access to events where you can get free practical advice on Will-making, probate and legal matters. So if you’re thinking about leaving a donation in your Will to a deserving cause, you can access all the info you need by contacting any charity that's involved. Just click on partner logo on the home page and make a gift that won’t just make a real difference but will also be valued for generations.
For any other matters, email Helen Owen at helen.owen2@hhft.nhs.uk