Something powerful happens in Ireland when someone dies.
Neighbours call by. Candles flicker in windows. People quietly give what they can.
At RIP Ireland, we built our platform to protect that spirit, not to replace tradition, but to honour and support it in today’s world.
The Spark: One Family, €500 Raised, New Connections Made
A family recently used RIP Ireland to share their loved one’s notice. They added a “Donate to Funeral” button, nervous at first, unsure if anyone would respond.
Within days, €500 was raised. Not through flashy campaigns, but through quiet generosity and the families community. This story isn’t rare. It’s Irish.
Why Families want to be given an option to use RIP Ireland
We’re not just a place to announce. We’re a space to connect, to remember, and to truly support. When families choose to accept donations, every contribution goes directly to their funeral director, safely and transparently.
For every €25 donated, our €1 fee helps us cover platform and processing costs, ensuring more money goes where it’s needed most: to the family.
Two-way condolences create space for families to reply and engage, not just receive.
Candles, photos, and memories turn a notice into a tribute that lasts.
90% of Irish adults donate to charity annually. Small acts of giving aren’t just common here, they’re cultural.
For Funeral Directors: This Isn’t Just a Platform, It’s a Partner
We know you’ve seen platforms come and go. Most make promises, few have delivered anything new.
That’s why RIP Ireland is free for you to try, no contracts, no commitment. Just a chance to offer a new option to families so you can feel the impact of what we’re building.
Built by a funeral director for funeral directors.
Backed by families who want to create connections.
Already liked and shared by thousands on social media.
This is only the beginning of what we’re building, for you and your families.
Why RIP Ireland Feels Different
Ireland doesn’t need another death notice platform, it needs stronger communities.
That’s what we offer. A gentle evolution of death notices that lets people give back, remember well, and feel part of something bigger.
Research shows that giving, even small gestures, makes people feel more connected and less alone during times of loss. It’s why families need funeral director support to have the option to use our platform.
Studies reveal that acts of kindness reduce stress and boost wellbeing more effectively than self-care alone, creating a lasting sense of purpose and community.
Likewise, social connectivity, especially during bereavement, helps people feel supported and less isolated. A 2021 review found that emotional and practical support during grief fosters resilience, reduces loneliness, and even improves physical health
That’s the heart behind RIP Ireland: a platform where lighting a candle, sharing a memory, or contributing a few euros isn’t just symbolic, it helps keep families from feeling alone.
Here’s How You Can Join
Families: Ask your funeral director to list your loved ones death notice with us, include light a candle, and try the “Donate to Funeral” feature. It’s secure, easy, and offers real support.
Funeral Directors: Offer RIP Ireland to one family you feel might need us this month. That’s all it takes to start. Feel a family’s reaction, like we have already.
Supporters: Share this blog with someone who’s facing a loss or supporting someone who is. Your kindness could lift a burden.
Our Commitment: Built for Care, Not Clicks
We’re here to serve funeral directors and families, not sell another platform.
RIP Ireland is a platform built on empathy, rooted in Irish values, and created to help people feel supported, every step of the way.
The candles are virtual. The comfort is real. We are proudly independent, we are RIP Ireland.
