Giving in tribute is a wonderful way to remember a friend or loved one. No matter what the value of your gift is, it will help us to carry on our important work.

We are especially grateful to be remembered at such a difficult time and personally acknowledge all gifts.

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Funeral collections and donations instead of flowers

Many people choose to remember a deceased loved one by asking family and friends to make a donation to us instead of buying flowers.

Some people also hold a collection at the funeral and donate the proceeds to us. Funeral directors will often organise this for you. If you like, we will send you collection envelopes that you can put on seats, leave on a table or include in the order of service. Envelopes can either be collected on the day, or people can send them to us at a later date. If you would like more information about this, please contact the Supporter Care Team on 0808 800 1050 or email supportercare@nas.org.uk

If a collection is organised through the funeral director, please ensure they pass on the names and addresses of those who would like to receive an acknowledgment of their gift.

Alternatively, donations can be made on our website at www.autism.org.uk/donatenow  If you'd prefer to donate by post, simply download and print our donate in memory form here. If you are unable to print our donation form, just include a cover letter telling us your details and the name of the person you are remembering and send to:

Wendy Bryan
The National Autistic Society
393 City Road
London EC1V 1NG

You could also set up a personalised fundraising page in memory of your loved one. Friends and relatives can then donate conveniently online and have the opportunity to leave a message of remembrance if they wish. Visit
www.justgiving.com/nationalautistic/remember

Online memorials

A personal online space to share memories about your loved one with family and friends is a fantastic way to keep their memory alive. An online remembrance page can be revisited for years to come. Pictures and videos can be uploaded and others can contribute their own thoughts and pictures as well as donate a gift in memory to the NAS if they wish. For more information, visit www.muchloved.com

In memory funds

Building a fund can help keep the memory of your loved one alive by helping people with autism live in a world where they are understood. People can contribute to a memory fund by donating a gift or raising funds. For example, you could set up a Direct Debit to be taken on an anniversary, or friends could donate a gift on a birthday, or take part in a sponsored sporting event. For example, a fund of £1,000 would train an Education Rights Service volunteer, who could provide support and advice to 50 families a year fighting for the proper education for their child.

If you already have a JustGiving in memory page set up, you can use this to collect sponsorship money from family and friends. Visit our JustGiving page at www.justgiving.com/nationalautistic/remember for more details. If you need any help setting up your page, call 0845 021 2110. Lines are open Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm and 9am-5pm on weekends.

Take part in an event or organise your own

Another way to remember a loved one and help us support more people with autism is to organise an event that others can enjoy, such as a coffee morning or balloon release. Or maybe there is a sporting challenge you've always wanted to take part in. We can supply you with sponsorship forms and other materials to help you raise money. For more information about taking part in a sporting challenge or organising your own memorial event, please visit www.autism.org.uk/raisemoney or contact fundraising@nas.org.uk

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