Below are some of the most commonly asked questions about help with funeral costs.
How do I raise money for a funeral?
There are many ways that people choose to raise money for a funeral. If there isn't enough, or any money in the person's estate, the person arranging the funeral may be eligible for government funeral payments, charitable grants, or may consider crowdfunding.
Please see our Raising money towards funeral costs guide for more detailed information.
Can I get help with funeral costs if I work?
If you are receiving a means-tested benefit, you may be eligible for government support. If you're not eligible, or if you need more assistance, you may be eligible to apply to a grant-giving charity for financial support.
There are many benevolent funds connected to different areas of work. You can use the Turn2Us grants-search to help, Lightning Reach, or search on the internet.
If your spouse or cohabiting partner has died, and you are under state pension age, you may be eligible for the Bereavement Support Payment, which isn't means-tested.
Please see our Raising money towards funeral costs guide for more detailed information.
Can I get help with funeral costs if I'm not on benefits?
Whilst government support isn't available if you are not receiving a qualifying means-tested benefit, you may be eligible to apply to grant-giving charities for assistance. Charities will often require that an applicant is receiving all benefits that they are entitled to, as they are not a substitute for statutory services.
Please see our Grants from work-related charities & organisations and Charities (non-work-related) guides for more detailed information.
If your spouse or cohabiting partner has died, and you are under state pension age, you may be eligible for the Bereavement Support Payment, which isn't means-tested.
Can pensioners get help with funeral costs?
Pensioners can get help from the government with funeral costs if they are receiving a qualifying benefit such as Pension Credit or Housing Benefit. They may also be eligible to apply to charities for grants towards funeral costs, including some charities specifically for older people.
Please see our Raising money towards funeral costs guide for more detailed information.
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