Remember someone special with In Memory donations
Many families choose to remember someone they love through funeral donations or in memory giving. You might ask for donations instead of flowers, organise a funeral collection, or create an online tribute page where friends and family can share memories and donate.
This guide explains how funeral donations and in memory giving work, and the different ways you can honour someone’s memory while supporting people affected by leukaemia.
Leukaemia Care news - 16 Mar 2026 - Leukaemia Care
Funeral donations and collections
Many families choose to ask for funeral donations instead of flowers. This can be a meaningful way for friends and family to honour someone’s life while supporting a cause that mattered to them.
Funeral donations can be organised in several ways:
- Donations collected by the funeral director
- A collection box or envelopes at the funeral service
- Donations made online
- A tribute page where people can donate and leave messages
Most funeral directors are happy to collect donations and send them to the chosen charity once all contributions have been received. This process can sometimes take a few weeks.
If you would like support arranging funeral donations in memory of your loved one, our team is here to help.
Donations instead of flowers
Many funeral notices include the wording “family flowers only, donations in memory of…”.
Choosing donations instead of flowers allows friends and family to support a charity while remembering someone special. For many families, this can feel like a positive way to honour their loved one’s life and help others in the future.
If you are arranging a funeral, your funeral director can help include this information in the notice or service details.
Example wording often used in funeral notices:
“Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of [name] may be made to Leukaemia Care.”
Suggested wording for funeral notices
If you would like to ask for donations instead of flowers, this is usually included in the funeral notice or service details.
Many families choose wording such as:
Example 1
Family flowers only please.
Donations in memory of [Name] may be made to Leukaemia Care.
Example 2
Family flowers only please.
Donations, if desired, are for Leukaemia Care and may be given at the service or online.
Example 3
Donations in memory of [Name] can be made to Leukaemia Care via the tribute page.
Your funeral director can help include wording like this in the funeral notice or announcement.
Tribute pages and online giving
Another way to remember someone is by creating an online tribute.
A tribute page or virtual dedication provides a space where friends and family can:
- Share memories and messages
• Upload photographs
• Make donations in memory of someone
• Return to the page whenever they wish
Many families find comfort in having a place where memories can be shared together.
You can create a tribute page in just a few minutes.
Find out more about creating an online tribute by clicking here.
Other ways to give in memory
Remembering someone does not have to be limited to the funeral.
Some people choose to make in memory donations at other meaningful times, such as:
- Birthdays
- Anniversaries
- Special remembrance days
- Family gatherings
These donations can be made online or through a tribute page shared with friends and family.
Frequently asked questions
Can I ask for donations instead of flowers at a funeral?
Yes. Many families choose to ask for donations instead of flowers. This is usually included in the funeral notice or communicated by the funeral director.
How do funeral donations work?
Funeral donations are usually collected by the funeral director, through donation envelopes or a collection box at the service, or through an online tribute page.
How can I organise a funeral collection for charity?
You can organise a funeral collection by speaking with the funeral director or by creating an online tribute page where friends and family can donate.
What is an in memory donation?
An in memory donation is a gift made to charity in honour of someone who has died. Donations can be made at a funeral, through a tribute page, or on meaningful dates such as anniversaries.
How do I set up a tribute page in memory of someone?
A tribute page can be created online in just a few minutes. Once set up, friends and family can share messages, photos and donations.
Can family and friends donate online in memory of someone?
Yes. Many people prefer to donate online. Tribute pages make it easy for people to contribute from anywhere.
Can we collect donations at a funeral and give them to charity later?
Can we collect donations at a funeral and give them to charity later?
What should I write in a funeral notice if we want donations instead of flowers?
A common wording is:
“Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of [name] may be made to Leukaemia Care.”
Your funeral director can help with wording that feels right.
Can I make a donation on an anniversary or birthday in memory of someone?
Yes. Many people choose to make donations on special dates to remember their loved one.
How do tribute pages help friends and family share memories and donations?
How do tribute pages help friends and family share memories and donations?
Are funeral donations optional?
Yes. Guests can choose whether or not to donate. Many people simply attend the service and remember the person in their own way.
How long after a funeral can donations be made?
Donations are often made in the weeks following a funeral. Some families continue to receive donations through a tribute page for months or even years.
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