Charities and giving in memory
Last reviewed: September 2026
Many families ask for donations to a charity instead of flowers, often to a hospice or a cause close to the person's heart. Giving in someone's memory can be a comfort, and it can leave something good behind.
This section explains how to collect donations and how to word a funeral notice. It also lists the charities that offer free support to bereaved families.
See donations instead of flowers and bereavement support and charities.
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