Last Updated: 22 October 2026 I Reading Time: 6 minutes
Summary
GLP Solicitors is proud to be taking part in Will Aid 2026 this November, supporting a national initiative that combines professional Will writing with fundraising for eight UK charities.
During the campaign, participating solicitors volunteer their time and waive their usual fee for writing a basic Will, inviting clients to make a voluntary donation to Will Aid instead. The suggested donation is £120 for a single basic Will or £200 for a pair of basic mirror Wills.
For individuals and families, Will Aid offers an opportunity to put important plans in place for the future while helping charities support people and communities in need.
Quick answer
Will Aid 2026 is a charitable Will-writing campaign taking place in November. Participating solicitors, including GLP Solicitors, volunteer their time to prepare basic Wills without charging their usual professional fee. Instead, clients are invited to make a voluntary donation to Will Aid, with suggested donations of £120 for a single basic Will and £200 for a pair of basic mirror Wills. The money raised supports eight partner charities.
In this article
- What is Will Aid 2026?
- How GLP Solicitors is supporting the campaign
- How much does a Will Aid Will cost?
- Which charities benefit from Will Aid?
- Why making a Will matters
- Who can benefit from Will Aid?
- How to get involved with GLP Solicitors
- Frequently Asked Questions
Key takeaways
- GLP Solicitors is participating in Will Aid 2026 this November.
- Will Aid brings together solicitors and charities to raise funds through Will writing.
- Participating solicitors waive their usual fee for preparing a basic Will.
- Suggested donations are £120 for a single basic Will and £200 for a pair of basic mirror Wills.
- Donations are voluntary and support eight partner charities.
- A Will allows you to set out how your estate should be distributed and who you want to benefit.
- More complex estate planning, including trusts and lasting powers of attorney, falls outside the basic Will Aid service and may involve additional fees.
- If you are considering making or updating a Will, contact GLP Solicitors to discuss your circumstances and the arrangements available.
GLP Solicitors is proud to support Will Aid 2026
Planning for the future is one of the most important steps you can take to protect the people and things that matter to you.
That is why GLP Solicitors is delighted to be taking part in Will Aid 2026 this November. We are proud to support an initiative that combines our legal expertise with the opportunity to raise funds for charities making a difference across the UK and beyond.
Making a Will is something many people put off. However, having one in place can help ensure your wishes are clearly recorded and provide greater certainty for your loved ones.
Through Will Aid, we can help people take this important step while supporting a worthwhile charitable cause.
What is Will Aid?
Will Aid is an annual charitable campaign that takes place every November. It brings together solicitors and eight partner charities to raise funds through the preparation of basic Wills.
Rather than charging their usual professional fee for writing a basic Will, participating solicitors volunteer their time and invite clients to make a donation to Will Aid.
The campaign supports charities working with older people, children, families, people experiencing homelessness and communities facing hardship in the UK and internationally.
Will Aid offers an opportunity to combine two important things: planning for your family’s future and helping people who need support today.
How does Will Aid 2026 work?
Taking part in Will Aid involves arranging an appointment with a participating solicitor to discuss your wishes and the preparation of a basic Will.
The process generally involves:
- Contacting a participating solicitor: Get in touch to discuss your circumstances and arrange an appointment.
- Explaining your wishes: Your solicitor will discuss how you want your estate to be distributed and who you wish to appoint to carry out your instructions.
- Preparing your Will: Your solicitor will draft a basic Will based on your instructions and advise you on the next steps.
- Making a voluntary donation: Instead of paying the solicitor’s usual fee for the basic Will, you will be invited to make a donation to Will Aid.
The suggested donation is £120 for a single basic Will or £200 for a pair of basic mirror Wills.
The donation is voluntary, and you can choose the amount you wish to contribute.
It is important to remember that Will Aid covers basic Will writing. If your circumstances require more complex legal work, such as setting up trusts or obtaining detailed inheritance tax advice, additional fees may apply. Any additional work and associated costs should be discussed with your solicitor before proceeding.
Which charities does Will Aid support?
Will Aid supports eight charities that work to improve lives and provide essential services to people in need.
The partner charities are:
- Age UK – supports older people and campaigns for their rights and wellbeing.
- British Red Cross – provides humanitarian assistance and support to people affected by crises.
- Christian Aid – works with communities to tackle poverty and injustice.
- Crisis – works to end homelessness.
- NSPCC – works to protect children from abuse and neglect.
- SCIAF – supports people experiencing poverty and injustice, particularly through its work in Scotland and internationally.
- Shelter – campaigns for housing rights and supports people facing homelessness and housing problems.
- Trócaire – works with communities experiencing poverty and injustice, particularly through its international development and humanitarian work.
Donations raised through Will Aid support the work of these eight charities, helping them continue their services and reach people who need assistance.
For more information about the campaign and its charitable partners, visit the official Will Aid website.
Why is making a Will so important?
A Will is a legal document that records what you want to happen to your estate after your death. It can help ensure your wishes are understood and provide guidance to the people responsible for administering your estate.
Without a valid Will, your estate will generally be distributed according to the rules of intestacy in England and Wales. These rules determine who inherits, which may not reflect the arrangements you would have chosen yourself.
Making a Will can help you:
Decide who inherits your estate
You can set out who you want to receive your money, property and possessions, subject to the relevant legal requirements.
Make plans for your children
If you have children under 18, you can use your Will to appoint testamentary guardians, subject to the applicable law and circumstances.
Choose your executors
Your Will can name the people you want to be responsible for administering your estate and carrying out your instructions.
Provide greater certainty for loved ones
Clear instructions can help your family understand your wishes at an already difficult time and may reduce uncertainty or disagreements.
Reflect changes in your life
Marriage, separation, divorce, having children, buying property or changes to your financial circumstances may mean your existing Will needs reviewing.
A Will is not something you should only think about later in life. It can be an important part of planning for the future at different stages of adulthood.
Who can benefit from Will Aid 2026?
Will Aid may be suitable for adults who need a straightforward Will or want to review an existing one.
For example, you might be:
- A parent who wants to record wishes concerning your children and appoint guardians.
- A homeowner who wants to specify who should inherit your property.
- Someone who has recently married or had children.
- A person who has not made a Will before.
- Someone whose existing Will no longer reflects their wishes.
However, not every estate or set of instructions will be suitable for a basic Will. If you have overseas assets, a complex family situation, significant inheritance tax considerations or need trusts or other estate-planning arrangements, you may require additional legal advice.
Your solicitor can discuss your circumstances and explain whether the Will Aid scheme meets your needs.
How GLP Solicitors can help
At GLP Solicitors, we understand that making a Will involves more than deciding who should inherit your possessions. It is about recording your wishes, planning ahead and helping your loved ones understand your intentions.
Our Private Client team assists individuals and families with Wills and wider estate-planning matters.
By taking part in Will Aid 2026, we are pleased to support a campaign that encourages people to take this important step while contributing to the work of eight charitable organisations.
If you are thinking about making your first Will or reviewing an existing one, our team can discuss your circumstances, explain the options available and help you understand the appropriate next steps.
Will Aid covers basic Wills, so if you need more detailed estate planning, we can also discuss the additional advice and services that may be appropriate for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Aid 2026 is an annual charitable Will-writing campaign taking place in November. Participating solicitors volunteer their time and waive their usual fee for preparing a basic Will. Instead, clients are invited to make a voluntary donation to Will Aid, which supports eight partner charities. The campaign gives people an opportunity to put their wishes in writing while helping fund important charitable work.
The suggested donation for Will Aid 2026 is £120 for a single basic Will or £200 for a pair of basic mirror Wills. These are suggested donations rather than compulsory fees, and the amount you donate is voluntary. The scheme covers basic Will writing, but additional legal work or certain third-party costs, such as identity verification where required, may involve a separate charge. Your solicitor should explain any additional costs before you proceed.
Will Aid solicitors waive their usual professional fee for preparing a basic Will and invite clients to make a voluntary charitable donation instead. The donation is not a compulsory fee. However, Will Aid does not cover every type of estate-planning work, and additional services or certain third-party costs may be chargeable. If your circumstances are complex, ask your solicitor to explain what is included and whether any extra costs will apply.
Will Aid supports eight charities: Age UK, British Red Cross, Christian Aid, Crisis, NSPCC, SCIAF, Shelter and Trócaire. They work across areas including homelessness, poverty, humanitarian relief, child protection and support for older people. Donations raised through the campaign help fund their work in the UK and internationally. Donations are made to Will Aid rather than allocated to an individual charity of your choice.
You may be able to update an existing Will through the scheme, depending on the changes required and the complexity of your circumstances. For example, you might need to review your Will after getting married, having children or buying a property. Straightforward changes may be suitable for a basic Will, while more complex arrangements could require additional legal advice and fees. Discuss the changes you need with your solicitor before booking.
A basic Will generally covers straightforward instructions about who should inherit your estate and who should administer it. It is usually suitable where your wishes do not require complex arrangements, detailed inheritance tax advice, overseas asset planning or the creation of trusts. Will Aid does not include services such as setting up trusts or lasting powers of attorney. If your circumstances are more complicated, your solicitor can explain the additional work you may need.
If you would like to enquire about making a Will through GLP Solicitors as part of Will Aid 2026, contact our team to discuss your circumstances and appointment availability. You can email enquiries@glplaw.com or call 0800 138 6061. Please mention Will Aid when you contact us. We can explain the arrangements for basic Wills and discuss whether the scheme is appropriate for your needs.