13th December 2020

How to pay for a funeral when you have no money?

After a loved one is gone, family and friends must cover the cost of the funeral, and it can be expensive. Adding to the high cost of a funeral (which can include embalming, casket, hearse, cemetery, headstone, and more) is the emotional difficulty of asking friends or family to help with expenses when you are unable. The expense of such a thing is usually the last thing we want to think about and pray about at such a difficult time.

Gather the funds needed for your loved one's funeral

Crowdfunding has proven to be a popular way around the world to raise funds for a funeral. Often relatives and friends who knew the deceased would like to help financially towards the cost of the funeral. You will be surprised to find that people are often glad to be able to help in some way. As well as raising funds for your loved one's funeral, a small amount of money can be collected to give to those closest to you as a mark of respect.

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Four ideas for funeral fundraising

1. Organise a sports tournament

One of the most common ways to raise funds for a person's funeral is by organising a sports tournament. It would be nice if the sport you choose was a favourite of the deceased. Regardless of the sport, organize small games (say 4 on 4) so many people can participate. Ask participants to donate to a box placed at the entrance. Many will gladly do so.

2. Fundraising dinner at a restaurant

Make a reservation at a nice restaurant and invite people who knew the deceased to come see and chat. Discuss with the owner to donate a small percentage of the profits from the evening. This will bring new customers to the restaurant and raise turnover. Invite other people by explaining to them what cause you are collecting for - any money raised will be donated to the person's funeral. You could do an impromptu scene where each guest tells a short story with the deceased.

3. Street Art Drawing Project

If your loved one was an artist, you could organise, with the permission of your local town hall, a meet-up in a park where charity graffiti could be painted. Place a fundraising box and guests will be happy to donate.

4. Healing together with ritual

Grieving is a process that involves healing on many levels - both individually and collectively. One way to promote healing is through an event where family and friends participate in a healing ritual.

You might gather with loved ones of the deceased and talk about the person, look through albums of old photos, read poetry, sing, or plant a tree. Before the event begins, remind guests that they can donate if they wish.

In conclusion

Funerals bring people together to grieve, celebrate, and heal. Although the costs can be high, crowdfunding is a proven way to raise the funds you need while bringing people together in the name of your loved one. If you haven't already started fundraising for a funeral, start fundraising today or contact me to talk about what you need.

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