Sympathy Gifts

Sympathy gifts are an important way to reach out to your grieving loved one. Whether you’re considering something to bring to the funeral (here’s the etiquette for that) or needing to send something special to a far-off friend, we’ve unearthed a broad selection of the most meaningful and heartwarming sympathy and bereavement gifts.

Our top two writers actually work in the funeral industry, so we have some extra insight on what makes a special gift for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. You can read more of our funeral and memorial writings here.

But you’re here for that perfect sympathy gift, so browse our curated gift guides and find something that feels just right. And when you want to know how to offer condolences in your gift message, well, here you go.

21 Unique Sympathy Gifts to Show Love and Support

October 11, 2023November 1, 2019 by Aubrey Bauer

Let’s talk about unique sympathy gifts. You’ve just learned that someone you care about has suffered the loss of a loved one, and you want to find a way to express your sympathy and love to them.

Sometimes it’s hard to find the right words to express your condolences, even if that someone is a close friend. Often, the best way to show your love and support for them is to give them something special.

We have done the searching for you. In this article we highlight 21 unique sympathy gift ideas for you to consider giving your grieving loved one. With any one of these gifts, you can show them that you’re thinking about them without having to say a word.

27 Gift Ideas for People with Chronic Illness

February 8, 2024July 6, 2017 by Daniel Szczesniak

A chronic illness such as an autoimmune disorder, Crohn’s, fibromyalgia, Lyme, lupus, IBS, Addison’s, and many others can be a truly life-altering condition. If you’re looking for gift ideas for people with chronic illness, you’re in the right place.

Should I Bring a Gift to a Funeral? Memorial Gift Etiquette Explained

January 15, 2024April 13, 2017 by Daniel Szczesniak

What do you bring to a funeral? What is an appropriate gift for a funeral or memorial service? Are you supposed to bring a gift, or should you even consider it?

This topic is a bit of a downer, but these are important funeral gift etiquette questions that, sadly, get asked quite often.

I was a customer service specialist for a cremation urn and memorial gift company for over ten years. In that time, I personally spoke on the phone to many customers who had these very questions, so I have become quite familiar with the topic.

Funerals aren’t something we really think about or plan for, so when the time comes the question is pressing: What is the gift-giving etiquette for when you see or visit a family after a loved one has passed away?

Read on to learn the proper etiquette for gifts at funerals and memorial services.