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While flowers are always lovely and much appreciated, a wonderful, meaningful way honor the memory of a lost loved one after their service at a funeral home in Jacksonville, FL<\/a> is to make a charitable donation on their behalf. But arranging to make such a donation can be tough in a time of grief and loss. That\u2019s where these tips come in!<\/p>\n

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First, learn how to choose a charity. There are so many charities out there, and so many causes that are well deserving of your donated funds. How to you choose which one you want to donate to in memory of your lost loved one<\/a>? A good place to start is with causes that the deceased cared a lot about or causes that affected them personally. Did they love animals and commit to helping them in their lifetime? Consider donating to your local animal shelter. Were they suffering from a terminal illness or specialized condition?<\/p>\n

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Look into charities that support other people that are dealing with the same. Unfortunately, not every charitable organization is reputable. That\u2019s why is important to compare and evaluate the different options to make sure your money will be put to good use. Online charity registries like\u202fCharity Navigator\u202fand\u202fCharity Watch\u202fassess various organizations and charities to help you make an informed choice about your donation.<\/p>\n

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When researching, take a look at the organization\u2019s financial health, accountability, transparency, and results. Then you have to make the donation. There are several possible avenues you can take when donating in memory of a lost loved one.<\/p>\n

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While it is very convenient to donate online with a credit card, it\u2019s better to make the donation with a personal check to make sure there is a physical record of the gift so the deceased\u2019s immediate family can be notified. Try to avoid giving cash to the bereaved as then they will have to deal with the donation arrangements. When sending in the donation, make sure it includes the name and address of the deceased, the name and address of a close living family member, and your name.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s important that you don\u2019t forget to follow up with the family. While organizations will usually notify the bereaved when a donation is made in their deceased family member\u2019s honor, it\u2019s still a good idea for you to notify the family yourself. Include the information in a sympathy card or when you call them on the phone to express your condolences. Keep in mind that it is considered appropriate to arrange your donation within 10 days of a funeral or other service.<\/p>\n

Do you want people to leave money to charities after you\u2019re gone? Include it in your preplanning arrangements. Make sure to notate the wish in your Will or other preplanning documents.<\/p>\n

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You can also reach out to us. We have years of experience if you want to learn more<\/a> about making a charitable donation in someone\u2019s memory, preplanning, or Jacksonville, FL funeral homes<\/a>. Stop by and visit us or give us a call today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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