What a funeral fundraiser can cover
Families usually raise money for some or all of these:
Mortuary and preservation fees
The coffin, burial and cemetery costs
Canopies, chairs, sound and the venue
Food and drinks for mourners
Printing: posters, banners and funeral programmes
Transport for the family and the body
Agree who manages the money
Before you share anything, agree as a family who will organize the campaign. That person verifies their identity, receives the payouts to their bank account or mobile money wallet, and accounts for the money. Say clearly in the story who is organizing and who the funds are for, such as the family of the deceased.
If the payouts should go straight to someone else, such as a surviving spouse, use a plan marked “Campaigns on behalf of others” on the pricing page to name them as the beneficiary. They confirm by email, and payouts go to them.
Bring in relatives abroad
Family members in the UK, the US, Europe or elsewhere can give by debit or credit card. Donations are charged in cedis and their bank converts the amount. Some cards issued outside Ghana may not be accepted, so suggest trying another card if a payment fails.
Share the link in the family WhatsApp group early, so relatives abroad can give before the funeral rather than sending money through several people.
Be open about the totals
The campaign page shows how much has been raised. Post updates as arrangements are made, and after the funeral share a short account of how the money was used. Anyone who prefers to give quietly can give anonymously, which hides their name on the campaign.
When it is all over, a thank-you message to everyone who gave is a fitting close.
Set up a funeral fundraiser
Agree on an organizer
Choose one trusted family member to organize, verify and receive the payouts.
Estimate the costs
List the main costs so you can set an honest goal.
Create the campaign
Explain whose funeral it is, the dates and what the money will pay for.
Share the link and QR code
Post it in family groups and print the QR code on posters and programmes.
Update and thank
Post updates as arrangements are made, and thank your donors afterwards.
Questions people ask
Can I collect funeral donations online in Ghana?
Yes. A verified organizer can start a campaign for the funeral costs and share it with family and friends, who give by mobile money or card. Payouts go to the organizer’s bank account or mobile money wallet after the usual checks.
Can I put a QR code on the funeral programme?
Yes. Every campaign has a share link and a QR code. Print the QR code on posters, banners or the programme so mourners can give from their phones.
Can relatives abroad contribute to the funeral?
Yes, by debit or credit card. Donations are charged in cedis and the card issuer converts the amount; some cards issued outside Ghana may not be accepted.
Can we keep collecting after the funeral?
A campaign accepts donations until the end date you set. The end date cannot be changed later, so allow time after the funeral for late contributions and outstanding bills.
What does a funeral fundraiser cost?
Starting a campaign costs nothing upfront on the Free plan, which takes a 5% platform fee from each donation; paid plans have lower fees. Payment-processing charges are shown before anyone pays.