Donating or fundraising in memory of someone is a very special and meaningful way to remember them – honouring their life and helping others at the same time.
We’re always incredibly touched and grateful to receive these donations.
You can support the RCN Foundation in memory of someone in different ways:
All donations received will be used to support nurses, midwives, and healthcare support workers.
For further information, email fundraising@rcnfoundation.org.uk or call 020 7647 3645.
Mary's story
When Mary passed away in the midst of the pandemic, her children knew that she wouldn’t want to put people at risk attending her funeral. They felt they would honour her legacy by asking, instead of floral tributes, for donations to support nurses and midwives on the front line.
Mary Abraham was just 16 when she began her nursing career in 1948 at West Cornwall Hospital, Penzance. She worked in service of her patients until she retired in 2001 at the age of 69. For 53 years she enjoyed a varied and exciting career as a nurse and midwife both in the NHS and in the private sector.
Mary’s husband sadly passed away suddenly at a young age, leaving her with three children and a low income to support them. The RCN Foundation was able to assist the family after Mary needed surgery by providing a grant to pay for convalescence. Mary’s daughter, Nikki, says that the family was so grateful for the support they received that when the opportunity to give back came along, they didn’t give it a second thought.
We are so grateful to have played a role in Mary's nursing story.
Feel inspired by Mary's story? You too can make an In Memory gift. Please email fundraising@rcnfoundation.org.uk to get in touch.