---
title: "How much should I donate in memory of someone?"
description: "How much to give in memory of someone, what different amounts can fund, and how to make an in-memory gift or a funeral collection for breast cancer screening."
url: https://breastcancer-charity.org/answers/how-much-to-donate-in-memory/
robots: noindex
---

# How much should I donate in memory of someone?

## Quick answer

There is no right amount. Give what feels meaningful and affordable; many people give about what they would have spent on flowers or a card. A gift to Breast Cancer Charity in someone’s memory can be any amount from £1: £25 can fund one complete screening, and £75 a biopsy and diagnostic work-up. Add a dedication so the gift is recorded in their name.

## Is there a usual amount to give in memory?

No. Families rarely expect a set amount, and every gift is recorded the same way. Some people give what they would have spent on flowers, some give a round number, and families sometimes give a larger gift together.

## What different amounts can fund

- £25 can fund one complete breast screening: a clinical exam, an ultrasound and health education.
- £75 can fund a biopsy and full diagnostic work-up.
- £150 can fund one month of hormone therapy support.
- £500 can fund surgical access support for one patient.

These are illustrative programme costs. Donations are pooled and costs vary by location and patient need.

## Ways to give in memory

- A one-off gift with an "in memory of" dedication on our donate page.
- A collection at a funeral or memorial. Email us to arrange paying in the total.
- A monthly gift in their name.
- A fundraiser in their memory, such as a walk on an anniversary or during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October.

Approved tributes can appear on our Dedication Wall. Gift Aid is not claimed at present.

## Related pages

- [Donate in memory](https://breastcancer-charity.org/donate/)
- [Dedication Wall](https://breastcancer-charity.org/dedication-wall/)
- [Donating in memory: a guide](https://breastcancer-charity.org/blog/donate-in-memory/)
- [Fundraise in someone’s memory](https://breastcancer-charity.org/get-involved/fundraising/)

## More on this topic

How do I make a donation in memory of someone? On our donate page, open "Add a dedication", choose "In memory of", enter their name and an optional message, then complete your donation. Can I collect donations at a funeral for breast cancer? Yes. Email info@worldaidnetwork.org before the funeral and we will explain how to pay in the collection. Will the family know I donated? Your dedication message can appear on our Dedication Wall after review. If you want the family to know, tell them directly or share the tribute.