Remember a loved one through a tribute gift fund
Personalized gift funds are created to make contributions in the name of someone who has passed away. You can create a fund in their memory, or contribute to one that's already been set up.
Use a printable form to make a memorial gift
Print out our memorial donation form, and mail it to the address listed below.
Mail to:
Memorial Giving
501 St. Jude Place
Memphis, TN 38105
When you make a donation in memory of a loved one, you can select a recipient to be notified of your gift. We'll send them a personalized e-card or mail card.
The impact of your gift
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$250
Could help provide a red wagon,
which is the the preferred mode of travel through the halls of the hospital for our youngest patients.
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$500
Could help provide one platelet transfusion.
During chemotherapy, the platelet count of patients can drop to dangerously low levels so platelet transfusions are essential for treatment.
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$1,000
Could help cover the cost of three chest x-rays.
Doctors use X-rays to help diagnose and monitor a patient’s treatment.
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$1,500
Could help provide three hours of physical therapy.
Physical therapy is used to improve or maintain a child's strength, balance, endurance, gross motor skills and mobility while receiving treatment.
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$2,500
Could help provide an ultrasound study.
An ultrasound study is among the diagnostic imaging tests that doctors use to diagnose and monitor disease and treatment.
When you make a donation using this information, your donation will be used to provide breakthrough research, treatment and cures. Read more.
Brick dedications
Engraved bricks are located on the pathway leading to the Kay Research and Care Center on the St. Jude campus.
Recognition wall plaques
Recognition Walls are located in the corridor linking the Patient Care Center and Chili’s Care Center on the St. Jude campus.
Resources for funeral home directors and professionals
We are happy to provide you with St. Jude branded envelopes and other memorial gift supplies. Please use the contact information below to get started.
Memorial giving
(800) 213-6584
memorials@stjude.org
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FAQs - memorial donations
Take a look at these frequently asked questions to learn more about memorial donations and gifts.
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Honor donations and gifts
Honor someone in your life with a donation, or create a fundraising page.
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Is my donation tax-deductible?
Donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital can be tax deductible. Learn our tax ID number and what steps to take to receive a tax receipt/statement.
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Our unique operating model
There are great research institutions, great hospitals and great charities — we are all three. Learn more about our unique operating model.
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Inscribe a dedication on our campus
Create a lasting legacy when you dedicate part of the St. Jude campus in someone's honor or memory. Our families will see your words of support every day.