The Indigent Cremation Reimbursement Program by Community Foundation of the Ozarks reimburses Missouri county coroners for cremation costs of individuals without financial means.
Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks
Due Dates: Ongoing
Funding Amounts: Reimbursement for cremation expenses of indigent individuals; no set maximum or minimum; program is ongoing.
Summary: Reimburses Missouri county coroner offices for cremation costs of indigent individuals to ensure dignified end-of-life arrangements.
Key Information: Only county coroner offices in specified Missouri counties are eligible.
The Indigent Cremation Reimbursement Program, administered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, provides financial support to county coroner offices in select Missouri counties by reimbursing cremation expenses for indigent individuals—those without financial means or family support. The program aims to ensure that vulnerable populations receive respectful and dignified end-of-life arrangements and assists county offices in addressing this sensitive need within their communities. Funding is ongoing and subject to availability.