Donate to Macmillan in memory of a loved one
Ways to donate in memory
Make a donation
Donating online is easy. You can make a one off donation, pay in a collection or set up monthly donations. When you donate, you can tell us who you are donating in memory of.
Set up a Tribute Fund
A Tribute Fund is a free, online page to remember your loved one. You can share your favourite memories, pictures and stories by creating a tribute fund page or search for an existing one. You can also use your page to collect donations to support people living with cancer.
Fundraise in memory
Take part in an event to remember someone close to you. Macmillan run many events you can take part in, from Coffee Morning to Mighty Hikes and Darts Marathons. Or if you'd rather do your own thing, we've got ideas, tips and a free fundraising pack to help get you started.
Funeral and memorial collections
Remember and celebrate the life of someone incredibly special by organising a collection for Macmillan at their funeral. You could collect donations online or in person.
Leave a gift in your will
Leaving a gift in your will to Macmillan in memory of someone special is one of the most impactful ways you can continue their story. Legacy gifts make up over a third of our charity’s income and help us do whatever it takes for people living with cancer now and in the future. Learn more or register to write your will.
Donate by volunteering your time
Volunteering is a great way of remembering someone important to you whilst also supporting Macmillan. Take a look through our current opportunities.
Leave a dedication in memory
You are invited to leave a dedication for your loved one on our Macmillan Memories wall. This space is for dedications to those we have lost, so we can celebrate the lives of wonderful people together with you.
In sympathy range
Our online shop has a selection of in memory products if you'd like to purchase something to commemorate your loved one.
Impact of donations
Cancer can disrupt someone's whole life. And it can be made much worse simply because of who you are or where you live. Discover how your donations help us do whatever it takes to help everyone with cancer get the best care the UK has to offer, whoever and wherever they are.
Frequently asked questions
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How do I make a donation in memory of someone?
There are many different ways you can make a donation in memory of someone important to you. These include:
- Make a one off (single) or set up a monthly donation online. If you would like, you can share with us who the donation is in memory of.
- Collect donations at a funeral, celebration of life, anniversary of person's death or for any special occasion.
- Set up a free, online Tribute Fund. You can share special memories and collect donations for Macmillan in memory of your loved one.
- Take part in a fundraising event or do your own fundraising to remember someone close to you.
- Leave a gift in your will to Macmillan and help make an impact now and in the future.
Download our In Memory booklet to learn more about donating and fundraising in memory of someone.
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Why donate in memory of someone?
Remembering someone by donating to or fundraising for Macmillan is a special way to keep their memory alive and continue their story.
We offer many different ways for you to remember someone special to you. However you wish to give, you'll help make a difference in the lives of people living with cancer now and in the future.
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How do I collect funeral donations?
You may choose to collect in person at a funeral or celebration of life, by asking for donations instead of flowers. The funeral director may be able to help organise this.
We can provide free postage envelopes with a Gift Aid form in them. Call our Supporter Care team on 0300 1000 200 or email fundraising@macmillan.org.uk.
You can also collect these donations by creating a tribute fund page or a by making an online donation.
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How much should I donate in memory of someone?
Donating to Macmillan in memory of someone special to you is a great way to honour them. How much you would like to donate and in which way you would like to donate can be personal.
However you decide to give, you'll make an impact in the lives of people living with cancer.
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What is Macmillan's charity number?Macmillan is a registered charity in England and Wales (261017), Scotland (SC039907) and the Isle of Man (604).