Support Life Sciences for a Healthier Future and Environment

As we reflect on our life’s journey and plan our wills, our thoughts naturally turn to our families and those we hold dear. This moment also presents a unique opportunity to honour the causes and institutions that have significantly shaped our lives.

By including the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) in your will, you can help advance scientific discoveries that benefit future generations. For 50 years, scientists at EMBL have been unraveling the mysteries of life to drive breakthroughs in science and medicine.  At EMBL, we stand ready to accelerate discovery through the life sciences and to tackle the world’s biggest challenges.

Imagine leaving behind a legacy that contributes to a healthier world and nurtures the next generation of leading scientists. By remembering EMBL in your will, you can make a lasting impact. Here’s how:

Step 1

Decide on the family, friends and organisations that you would like to include  in your will.

Step 2

Discuss your decision with your loved ones and share your wishes with them.

Step 3

Choose the type of legacy you would like to leave:

• A sum of money
• A portion or the remainder of your estate once everything else is taken care of
• Shares or other investments
• A specific item 

Step 4

The requirements for leaving a gift to a charitable cause in a will vary by country. Thus, we strongly advise to consult a professional, such as a notary or specialist lawyer, to ensure that your will complies with legal standards in your country and properly accounts for the entitlement of family members.

Step 5

Please consider contacting us if you have made the decision to leave a gift to EMBL in your will so that together we can ensure that your gift has the impact you desire.

Thank you for considering EMBL in your will. Your legacy can help pave the way for groundbreaking discoveries and a healthier future for all.

If you would like to receive further information or to have a confidential discussion about designating a gift to EMBL in your estate plan, please contact:

Mehrnoosh Rayner

Head of Alumni Relations

rayner [at] embl.de

+49 6221 387-8102

EMBL alumni can discuss their legacy giving with Mehrnoosh Rayner as well as the EMBL Resource Development Team mentioned above.