More and more often, families of those who have passed away are requesting that donations be made in honor of their loved one rather than flowers being sent. This is a wonderful way to honor the deceased and help an organization that they either stood by or helped them in their time of need. If you have not donated in honor of someone before, you may be unsure of the best way to do this. Directors of funeral homes in St. Peters, MO. explain the best practices. 



What Charity to You Donate To? 

It’s important to look and see if the family is requesting donations be made to a certain organization that they have chosen or if you can choose your own. This information will normally be found where the request for donations is posted. If you have any questions, you can reach out to the family. 

How To Donate to the Charity 

When making a donation to the charity of the family’s choice, simply make the donation with the given organization and then send the family a note. When making the donation, be sure to use the deceased’s name and family information. You will need to provide things like: 

• The name of the deceased 
• The decease’s address 
• Name of close living family member 
• The address of the close living family member 
• Your name 

Fill out the information for the charity and make your donation. You will typically be able to do everything online but if a charity doesn’t accept online payments, simply mail a check. 

Once you have made your donation, you will want to send the deceased’s family a note. This note will serve as a way to send your condolences and also let the family know a donation has been made. A sample note could look something like: 

Dearest Jones Family, 

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Sarah was a wonderful woman who lit up any room she was in with her beautiful smile and warm personality. She never met a stranger and I will always have wonderful memories of her. 

In honor of her wonderful life, we have made a donation to the American Diabetes Association. You should be hearing from them shortly. 

Take care and know that you are in our thoughts and our prayers. 

With love, 

Sally and Jack Skyver 

How Much Should I Donate? 

How much your donate is entirely up to you. Everyone’s budget and expenses is different, so donate what is right for you and not what others have given. Any amount will be appreciated. Also know that the donation is tax deductible so that might help in being able to donate a larger amount. 

Final Thoughts 

Donating to a charity in honor of a loved one is becoming more and more popular every day. These donations are able to not only honor the deceased, but help others in their memory. Of course if you want, you can still send funeral flowers to the funeral home in St. Peters, MO., but it is not necessary if making a monetary donation.