Former Strictly Come Dancing head judge and professional ballroom dancer, Len Goodman, will be joining Gloucestershire based charity Cobalt in support of this year’s Remember A Charity Week (Monday 9th to Sunday 15th September 2019).

Cobalt is one of over 200 charities taking part in a series of events around the UK, who are urging their supporters to pass on something wonderful by leaving a gift in their will, after they’ve taken care of friends and family.

Len Goodman said: “Donating to a charity you care passionately about gives you the opportunity to continue contributing to your community and leave a positive legacy.

“Even a small amount can make a big difference and I’m honoured to support such a worthwhile cause”.

Cobalt will be supporting the week by using social media and their website to raise awareness of the importance of remembering charities in wills.

The work they do has been made possible by gifts in wills, with over a third of Cobalt’s charitable income coming from these gifts.

The charity also runs an annual ‘Make a Will’ month scheme each April. Since the scheme began ten years ago, Cobalt has been remembered in over 120 new wills and has raised over £100,000 in donations.

In addition to Len’s involvement, Remember A Charity Week will also see the launch of a humorous 1970s-inspired campaign.

The series of comedy films challenge the biggest myths about gifts in wills, inspiring people to consider including their favourite charity in their will.

Helen Tomes, Supporter Relations Officer, Cobalt said: “We are delighted to be part of this year’s Remember A Charity Week, encouraging our supporters to pass on something wonderful to the next generation.

“Gifts in wills are crucial to our charity’s work – both now and long into the future. Gifts left in wills could help us to continue with our pioneering imaging centre, supporting cancer and dementia patients and their families for years to come”.

Rob Cope, Director of Remember A Charity, added: “Gifts in Wills now generate over £3 billion for good causes annually.

“Remember A Charity Week has grown year-on-year and I’m immensely proud that the 200-strong consortium is coming together to celebrate the tenth year. This week offers a fantastic opportunity to openly discuss and normalise legacy giving.

“Additionally, individual charities are hosting local activities which will inspire their supporters to consider a cause they care deeply about in their will. Without this income, many charities simply would not exist and others would be forced to cut the crucial services so many of us rely on.”

For further information about Cobalt, please contact Charlotte Morris on 01242 535903 or at charlotte.morris@cobalthealth.co.uk

For media information about Remember A Charity Week please contact the fundraising team at fundraising@cobalthealth.co.uk or on 01242 535922