Tender Funerals Geelong Limited

Tender Funerals Geelong Limited is a not-for-profit funeral service dedicated to ensuring that all individuals, especially those experiencing financial hardship or distress, can access personalised, meaningful, and affordable funerals. Established as part of a national movement, this community venture operates with a focus on kindness, transparency, and empowerment, allowing families to participate in funeral arrangements in ways that promote healing and respect cultural and personal values. The organisation emphasises sustainable practices and avoids leaving families with large debts.

Flagship Project: Affordable and Meaningful Funeral Services

Tender Funerals Geelong Limited’s main project is providing affordable, personalised funeral services that respect the unique needs and wishes of each individual and their family. This includes after death care, funeral arrangements, and sustainable body disposal options. The service empowers families to actively participate in the funeral process, fostering healing and community connection while ensuring no one faces financial hardship due to funeral costs.

Mission and Vision

The mission of Tender Funerals Geelong Limited is to ensure that everyone, particularly those in financial distress, can access meaningful and affordable funerals. Its vision is an Australia where families and communities can farewell loved ones in a way that honours their life and values without incurring debt or distress.

Main Objectives

• Provide person-centred, affordable funeral services accessible to all community members.
• Empower individuals and communities through education about after death care and funeral planning.
• Promote sustainable and culturally appropriate funeral practices.
• Operate transparently and ethically as a not-for-profit community venture.

Benefiting Groups

Tender Funerals Geelong Limited primarily benefits:

• People experiencing financial hardship or distress who might otherwise be unable to afford a meaningful funeral.
• Families and communities seeking personalised and culturally respectful funeral options.
• Individuals desiring to participate actively in after death care and funeral arrangements.

Types of Services or Activities

• Home-based funeral facilitation allowing families to care for their loved ones at home.
• Cool plate and cool cot services to support home vigils.
• Funeral pre-planning and paperwork assistance, including death certificate registration.
• Culturally appropriate ceremonies with options for community involvement and interpreters.
• Mortuary care at their premises with consent-based, respectful handling.
• Transport and venue advice tailored to family needs.
• Community education and empowerment around death care rights and responsibilities.
• Artist and musician in residence programs to enrich the farewell experience.