WJM Dunblane reaches incredible £70k milestone for charity Will-writing campaign
Our Dunblane office has reached an incredible milestone of raising more than £70,000 by participating in an annual Will-writing campaign, helping to fund vital charity work in the UK and abroad.
Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie (WJM) LLP in Dunblane has taken part in the Will Aid campaign since 1996 and over the years has raised a grand total of £70,602 by volunteering time and expertise throughout November to write basic Wills. Instead of charging our usual fees, we invite clients to make an upfront donation to Will Aid.
The money raised is shared between the campaign’s partner charities, which work across many different causes in the UK and across the world. WJM Dunblane raised £3,575 during the most recent initiative.
Partner Mirella Marchini, head of the WJM Dunblane office, said: “We’re incredibly proud to have reached this milestone - supporting such important causes while helping our clients plan for the future makes it especially meaningful.
“Will Aid is something the whole team looks forward to each year. It’s a real collective effort, and this achievement reflects the time, care and commitment everyone puts in.
“Over the years, it has been hugely rewarding to help so many people put the right plans in place, giving them confidence and peace of mind for the future.
“To know that, alongside this, we’ve raised funds that will make a genuine difference to people facing difficult circumstances, both here in the UK and around the world, makes it all the more worthwhile.”
The generosity of solicitors who have taken part in Will Aid since it launched in 1988 has helped raise more than £26 million for charity in donations alone, with many millions more in pledged charitable legacies.
Lauren Poole, Chair of Will Aid, said: “Congratulations to WJM on reaching such a fantastic milestone. Support like this is vital to the continued success of Will Aid.
“It’s inspiring to see firms consistently giving their time and expertise, helping clients gain peace of mind while raising essential funds for our partner charities.
“On behalf of all the charities involved, thank you for your continued dedication and generosity.”
Peter de Vena Franks, Will Aid’s Campaign Director, added: “Reaching a milestone like this is a remarkable achievement and a testament to the ongoing commitment of the team at WJM.
“Year after year, firms like WJM play a crucial role in making Will Aid possible, supporting their communities while helping to generate vital funding for charities that are making a real difference.
“It’s this combination of professional expertise and genuine generosity that continues to drive the campaign forward and expand its impact.”
Will Aid runs every November, offering people the opportunity to have a professionally written Will in exchange for a donation. The suggested donation is £120 for a single basic Will and £200 for a pair of basic mirror Wills, with proceeds supporting Will Aid’s partner charities: Age UK, British Red Cross, Christian Aid, NSPCC, SCIAF (Scotland), Trócaire (Northern Ireland), and - new for the 2025 campaign - Shelter and Crisis.
To be the first to know when the list of Will Aid solicitors goes live for the 2026 campaign, sign up here: https://www.willaid.org.uk/early-bird.
More solicitors are needed each year to meet demand. To find out more about taking part, visit https://www.willaid.org.uk.
