Collect Tribute Donations

Replace "in lieu of flowers" with something meaningful. PayIt2 makes it easy to collect donations directed to a cause the person cared about, a favorite charity, or family support, all with one link you can share in obituaries and beyond.

Start a Tribute Campaign
Stripe-secured • No monthly fees • Funds in 2-3 days

Why Tribute Donations Matter

When someone passes away, the community's instinct is to send flowers. But flowers fade within a week and cost $50 to $200 each. A funeral with 50 to 100 flower arrangements means $5,000 to $20,000 in gifts that last days. Tribute donations redirect that generosity toward something lasting: a charity the person supported, a cause they believed in, or direct financial support for the family during a difficult time.

The challenge has always been logistics. Funeral homes may mention a charity in the obituary, but mourners have to find the charity's website, navigate a donation form, and the family never sees who contributed or how much was raised. A PayIt2 Campaign solves every friction point. One link collects all donations, the dashboard shows every donor's name and message, and funds transfer to the organizer's bank in 2-3 business days for disbursement to the chosen cause or family.

Typical Flower Arrangement
$50 - $200
Sympathy flowers that last 5-7 days, then are discarded
Average Tribute Donation
$25 - $100
Most tribute donors give between $25 and $100 per contribution
Typical Campaign Total
$1,000 - $10,000
50-100 donors giving $25-$100 each over 2-4 weeks
Lasting Impact
Years, not days
Donations support causes, scholarships, or family needs far beyond the funeral

Create the campaign as soon as the obituary is being drafted. Include the link in the obituary notice, funeral program, and any social media announcements. The first 48 hours after a death notice is published generate the most tribute donations.

For tips on writing a campaign description that honors the person's memory:

Read: Building a Launch List Before Going Live

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How It Works

1

Create a Tribute Page

Share the person's story, the cause they cared about, and how donations will be used. Your page is live in minutes, ready to include in the obituary.

2

Include in the Obituary

Add the link to obituary notices, funeral programs, and social media posts. "In lieu of flowers, please donate here" with your campaign URL.

3

Direct the Funds

Collected funds transfer to your bank in 2-3 business days. Donate them to the chosen charity or use them for family support on behalf of the person.

Why PayIt2 for Tribute Donations

More Meaningful Than Flowers

Channel the community's generosity toward something lasting. Support the causes and charities that mattered most to your loved one.

One Link for Everything

No need to coordinate with multiple charities. One campaign collects all donations, and the organizer distributes them where they need to go.

Personal Notes from Loved Ones

Donors can include a heartfelt message with their donation. Collect these tributes and share them with the family as a lasting keepsake.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about tribute donation campaigns

You can create a campaign and have it live in under 5 minutes. This is important because obituaries often need to be submitted within 24-48 hours. Sign up, write a brief description, and share the link with the funeral home for inclusion in the obituary notice.
Yes. Your dashboard shows every donor's name, amount, and any message they included. Many families compile these messages into a keepsake book or share them at the memorial service. This record of who contributed is often as meaningful as the donations themselves.
Yes. The organizer decides how to distribute the collected funds. Some families split donations between a charity and direct family support. Others dedicate everything to one cause. Be clear in the campaign description about how funds will be used so donors know where their money is going.
Most tribute donation activity happens in the first 2-4 weeks after the death notice. However, PayIt2 Campaigns have no time limits. Many families keep the page open indefinitely so contributions can be made on anniversaries, birthdays, and as new people learn of the passing.

Honor Their Memory with Purpose

Set up a tribute donation page in minutes. No monthly fees, no time limits, no hidden costs. Funds in your bank in 2-3 business days.

Start a Tribute Campaign