Millions of people have chosen GoFundMe for their funeral and memorial related causes. With no fee to start a fundraiser, and easy tools to reach your goal, you can feel confident raising money for your needs.
Tips and guidance for funeral and memorial fundraising on GoFundMe
Use the full name in the fundraiser title
To help potential donors find your fundraiser, we recommend using the full name of the person your are fundraising in honor of. Additionally, using images of the deceased in a moment when they were happy, smiling, or doing something they love is a great way to tribute their life and help donors recognize them.
Share the fundraiser link with your loved ones
While you’ll want to share your fundraiser daily, the first few days are very important. Share your link with friends and family as you inform them about service details and other end-of-life tasks. Encourage people to leave thoughtful words of support or memories along with their donation or while sharing the link on social media.
Update and thank donors
If any developments occur, like the time of the funeral or changes to the need for funds, you can post an update to your fundraiser page, and all donors will receive an email notification. Also, if you have the space, sending thank yous directly to donors helps keep connection with those who care about you and your loved one.
