Contribution-Based Death and Grief Support

The Academy of Living and Dying offers contribution-based access to death preparation, grief integration, and death doula support.

This model allows people to choose a contribution level that reflects their capacity while helping us keep this work accessible to more individuals and families.

If you are registering for grief support or death doula accompaniment, please review the contribution pathways below and choose the amount that fits your situation.

Contribution-Based Access

Choose the support pathway that fits your need.

The Academy of Living and Dying offers contribution-based access for death preparation, in-person death doula support, and grief support so this work can remain available to as many people as possible.

For The Art of Dying and grief support, contributions may be made between $1,000 and $5,000. In-person death doula support begins at $5,000.

You may also make a contribution as a gift for someone you love who is preparing for death, navigating loss, or in need of support.

The Art of Dying Contribution

For those entering the 12 gates to prepare for death.

  • Minimum$1,000
  • Suggested$2,500
  • Additional Support$5,000

In-Person Death Doula Support

For those receiving in-person death doula support at the death bed.

  • Minimum$5,000
  • IncludesFlights + accommodations
  • Support3-4 days

Grief Support Contribution

For those entering The 12 Gates of Grief or receiving grief integration support.

  • Minimum$1,000
  • Suggested$2,500
  • Additional Support$5,000
3% Cover the Fee

The academy is NGO & Donation Based

The Academy of Living and Dying is a mission-led NGO dedicated to making death education, grief support, and end-of-life preparation more accessible. Contribution-based pricing allows those with greater capacity to support broader access for individuals and families who may not otherwise be able to receive this work. Know More