Find a Cause That Reflects Their Life
Choosing a charity to receive donations in memory of someone can be a gentle and lasting tribute — one that reflects who they were, what they cared about, or the difference they made during their life.
For some families, the choice is clear. For others, it takes time. There’s no right or wrong approach — only what feels right for you and your family.
Many families find it helpful to think about the causes their loved one supported, worked with, or felt strongly about. Exploring charities by theme can make this feel less overwhelming and help each tribute feel personal.
Health & Illness Charities
Supporting research, care, and comfort for those facing illness
Many families choose a health-related charity when a loved one was affected by illness, received specialist care, or supported medical causes during their life.
Some families wish to support medical research, while others prefer to give back to the nurses, doctors, hospices, and services that provided care and comfort.
These are just a few examples — not a complete list:
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Macmillan Cancer Support
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Marie Curie
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British Heart Foundation
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St Barnabas House (local hospice)
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Worthing Hospital Charity
We can help you explore local, regional, or national options, or talk through charities connected to a particular illness or care experience.
How we can help
If you wish, we can:
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Talk through charities linked to a specific illness or care experience
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Help identify local hospices, hospitals, or support services
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Include donation details in service sheets or order of service booklets
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Ensure everything feels personal and unhurried
Looking for more detailed guidance?
For families who would like to explore further, we’ve prepared a separate Health & Illness Charities guide, listing local and national organisations across research, care, long-term conditions, mental health, and bereavement support.
📄 View our Health & Illness Charities guide (PDF)
A reference document to explore in your own time, with no obligation.
Children & Families Charities
Supporting children, young people, and families in need
Many families choose a children- or family-focused charity to reflect a loved one’s passion for supporting young people, strengthening families, or helping those in vulnerable situations.
Some families wish to support education, healthcare, or social services for children. Others prefer to give back to local organisations providing practical, emotional, or peer support for families in need.
Examples include local and national organisations such as:
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Chestnut Tree House (children’s hospice)
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NSPCC – National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children
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Local children’s charities and family support organisations
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Young Minds (mental health for young people)
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Family Action (practical support for families across the UK)
We can help you explore local, regional, or national charities, and guide you gently if you’re unsure which causes might feel most meaningful.
How we can help
If you wish, we can:
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Talk through charities supporting children, young people, or families
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Help identify local organisations providing practical, emotional, or educational support
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Include donation details in service sheets or order of service booklets
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Ensure your tribute feels personal, thoughtful, and stress-free
Looking for more detailed guidance?
For families who would like to explore further, we’ve prepared a separate Children & Families Charities guide, with an expanded list of local and national organisations covering children’s health, education, social support, and family welfare.
📄 View our Children & Families Charities guide (PDF)
A reference document to explore in your own time, with no obligation.
Local Community Charities
Supporting projects, hospitals, and initiatives in Worthing, West Sussex, and beyond
Many families choose a local community charity to reflect a loved one’s connection to their home, town, or region, or to support causes that help neighbours and the wider community.
Some families wish to support hospitals, hospices, food banks, youth projects, or community initiatives. Others prefer to give back to charities that strengthen local social, environmental, or educational programmes.
These are just a few examples — not a complete list:
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St Barnabas House (Worthing & Arun)
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Worthing Hospital Charity
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Friends of Worthing Hospital
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Worthing & Adur Food Bank
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Local youth, arts, and community projects
We can help you explore local, regional, or national organisations, and guide you gently if you’re unsure which causes might feel most meaningful.
How we can help
If you wish, we can:
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Talk through charities supporting hospitals, community services, or local initiatives
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Help identify organisations making a real difference in Worthing and West Sussex
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Include donation details in service sheets or order of service booklets
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Ensure your tribute feels personal, thoughtful, and stress-free
Looking for more detailed guidance?
For families who would like to explore further, we’ve prepared a separate Local Community Charities guide, with an expanded list of local and national organisations supporting hospitals, community projects, youth programmes, and social initiatives.
📄 View our Local Community Charities guide (PDF)
A reference document to explore in your own time, with no obligation.
Taking a moment
This can feel like a lot to take in. You don’t need to read everything, and you don’t need to decide today.
Many families simply skim, bookmark, or come back later — whatever feels right.
Armed Forces & Emergency Services Charities
Honouring service, sacrifice, and lifelong commitment
Many families choose a military or emergency services charity to reflect a loved one’s service, values, or long-standing connection to the armed forces community.
Some families wish to support welfare and practical assistance for veterans and their families. Others prefer to give back to charities providing care, rehabilitation, or emotional support, both locally and nationally.
Examples include local and national organisations such as:
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Royal British Legion
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SSAFA – the Armed Forces charity
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Care for Veterans (Worthing)
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Blind Veterans UK
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Local veterans’ associations and support groups
We can help you explore charities connected to a specific service background, local area, or type of support, and guide you gently if you’re unsure where to begin.
How we can help
If you wish, we can:
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Talk through local, regional, or national veterans’ charities
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Help identify organisations offering care, welfare, or family support
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Include donation details in service sheets or order of service booklets
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Ensure everything feels respectful, appropriate, and unhurried
Looking for more detailed guidance?
For families who would like to explore further, we’ve prepared a separate Armed Forces & Emergency Services Charities guide, with an expanded list of local and national organisations offering care, welfare, community, and bereavement support.
📄 View our Armed Forces & Emergency Services Charities guide (PDF)
A reference document to explore in your own time, with no obligation.
Environment & Wildlife Charities
Protecting nature, wildlife, and future generations
Many families choose an environmental or wildlife charity to reflect a loved one’s connection to nature, animals, or the outdoors, or their wish to support sustainability and conservation.
Some families wish to protect local landscapes and wildlife. Others prefer to support national organisations working to conserve habitats, address climate challenges, or promote environmental education.
These are just a few examples — not a complete list:
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Sussex Wildlife Trust
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RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds)
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National Trust
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Woodland Trust
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Local conservation and nature groups
We can help you explore local, regional, or national organisations, and guide you gently if you’re unsure which causes might feel most meaningful.
How we can help
If you wish, we can:
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Talk through charities supporting wildlife conservation or environmental protection
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Help identify local nature reserves or conservation projects
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Include donation details in service sheets or order of service booklets
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Ensure your tribute feels respectful, thoughtful, and unhurried
Looking for more detailed guidance?
For families who would like to explore further, we’ve prepared a separate Environment & Wildlife Charities guide, with an expanded list of local and national organisations supporting conservation, sustainability, and environmental education.
📄 View our Environment & Wildlife Charities guide (PDF)
A reference document to explore in your own time, with no obligation.
Faith-Based Charities
Supporting faith, compassion, and community outreach
Some families choose a faith-based charity to reflect a loved one’s beliefs, spiritual values, or long-standing involvement in a faith community. For others, it’s about supporting work rooted in compassion, care, and service to others regardless of formal religious affiliation.
Faith-based charities may focus on local community support, pastoral care, homelessness, poverty relief, healthcare, or international aid.
Examples include local and national organisations such as:
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Local parish or place-of-worship charities
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Christian Aid
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Salvation Army
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Islamic Relief UK
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Other faith-led community and outreach organisations
We can help you explore local, national, or international charities, and guide you gently if you’re unsure which causes best reflect your loved one’s beliefs or values.
How we can help
If you wish, we can:
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Talk through charities linked to a specific faith or place of worship
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Help identify faith-led organisations offering community or outreach support
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Include donation details in service sheets or order of service booklets
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Ensure your tribute feels respectful, appropriate, and unhurried
Looking for more detailed guidance?
For families who would like to explore further, we’ve prepared a separate Faith-Based Charities guide, with an expanded list of local and national organisations across different faith traditions.
📄 View our Faith-Based Charities guide (PDF)
A reference document to explore in your own time, with no obligation.
If you’re unsure
Some families know immediately which charity feels right. Others prefer to take time, or decide together later. There is no pressure to choose straight away — and no expectation that you must choose at all.
We’re here to support whatever feels right for you.
How we can support you
Our role is not to decide for you, but to make things easier. We can:
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Talk through different options calmly and clearly
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Include donation details in service sheets or order of service booklets
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Help ensure everything feels personal, appropriate, and stress-free
The charities mentioned on this page are examples only, based on causes families often choose. They are not recommendations or endorsements, and families may wish to carry out their own research when deciding.
