Plan, Compare, and Manage Funeral Costs with Confidence
Funerals in Ghana can be costly. This planner is designed to give families a realistic idea of what a funeral may cost and to compare different budget levels before making commitments. It is meant for budgeting, not for tracking actual costs. Later, the actual cost tracker can be used to compare these estimates with real spending.
The Funeral Budget Planner ensures that families can prepare, estimate, and balance expenses while keeping peace of mind that financial decisions are made with clarity and respect.
Sheets Overview
Expenses
List of cost items with three budget options:
- 1. Budget A = modest, low-cost funeral
- 2. Budget B = medium-level funeral
- 3. Budget C = higher-cost, elaborate funeral
Income
Space to note possible sources of support
- (family contributions, nsawa donations, church support, insurance).
Dashboard
Automatic summary of estimated total expenses, income, and balance
Category Subtotals
Groups costs into main categories (logistics, catering, printing, burial, etc.).
Subcategory Subtotals
Breaks down details within each category (e.g., catering: meals, drinks, water).
GhanaFuneralServices Categories
To help you find the best funeral service providers
Purpose: This file helps families set a realistic budget for a funeral, showing what to expect at different levels (A, B, C).
Start NowWhy Use the Funeral Budget Planner?
Stay organised
Know exactly what has been budgeted and where support may come from.
Compare options
Evaluate modest, medium, and elaborate funerals side by side.
Enhance transparency
Clear estimates for family members and committees.
Ease stress
Financial clarity allows you to focus on honouring your loved one.
Bring structure and transparency to your funeral finances.
(Combine with the Concise or Comprehensive Funeral Checklists for complete planning support.)