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Donate in memory
Create a tribute page or make donations in memory of a loved one. Celebrate the memory of your loved one whilst supporting life-changing medical research.
Celebrate the life of someone special by making a heartfelt donation or setting up a personalised tribute page in their memory. Your gift not only honours their legacy but also fuels life-changing medical research, bringing hope and a brighter future to others.
We're here to support you in remembering, in whatever way feels right for you. If you have any questions or would like to learn more, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our friendly fundraising team via email at fundraising@medicalresearchfoundation.org.uk or call 020 4581 2404.
Andrea and Robert's story - supporting research in memory of a loved one
Following on from the tragic death of his wife, Andrea - Robert Colvile talks about his fundraising in memory of Andrea, which has raised over £130,000 for ground-breaking new research into autoimmune hepatitis.
Remember a loved one with a gift that makes a difference. By donating in their name, you’ll help fund life-changing research and bring hope to others.
"I’ve realised just how important medical research is."
“I was amazed. When we set up the fundraising appeal, I posted it on Twitter, and the donations kept going up. I’ve realised just how important medical research is, and how much more we can do to raise public awareness.”
Robert's storyWays to remember a loved one
Donate in memory
Make a one-off donation to fund medical research in memory of a loved one.
Fundraise in memory
Taking part in a challenge event is an impactful way to remember someone special.
Leave a gift in your Will
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Tribute pages
Honour the memory of someone special by making a meaningful donation or creating a tribute page in their name.
Your gift celebrates their life and helps fund vital medical research, bringing hope and a brighter future to others. Whether you're organising a funeral collection or simply want to create a lasting legacy, your tribute page can help raise vital funds for life-changing medical research.
It’s easy to set up and can be tailored to reflect the person you’re remembering. You can choose to support a specific area of medical research that was meaningful to them or allow us to direct the funds to where they’re needed most, helping to tackle urgent health challenges.
Create a Tribute
You can search for an existing tribute here
Leave a dedication
If creating a tribute page isn’t for you, you can still honour your loved one on our Memory Wall.
Share a photo, leave a heartfelt message, or make a one-time donation in their memory. It's a meaningful way to celebrate their life and legacy.
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If you'd like to talk to us about supporting the Foundation in-memory of someone, please contact us on 020 4581 2404 or email us.
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Funeral collections
Inviting friends and family to donate in memory of a loved one is a meaningful way to support a cause close to your heart.
There are two simple ways to collect donations:
- Online – Set up a tribute page to collect donations digitally. (with a link to how to set up a page)
- In-person – Gather donations at the funeral or memorial service.
Your Funeral Director can offer guidance and may even help set up a tribute page for you, making the process easier during a difficult time.
Why organise a funeral collection?
A funeral collection is a beautiful way to honour a loved one’s memory and create a lasting legacy.
How can I pay in the collection?
- Online through our website
- Cheque - download and complete our donation form and send your cheque to Medical Research Foundation, 99 Charterhouse Street, London, EC1M 6HR
- BACS transfer - download our donation form and make your transfer using the details on the form. Please send your complete form to the above address so that we can acknowledge your gift when we receive it.
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Leave a gift in your Will
Gifts in Wills are hugely important to the future of the Foundation and are the driving force behind the majority of the medical research we are able to fund.