Fuze Foundation

16/06/2026

What exactly is Humanism?

It's a question we're often asked.

Humanism is centred around compassion, reason, equality, responsibility, and our shared humanity. It encourages us to treat people with kindness, make informed decisions, and work together to create positive change.

In our latest blog, we explore what Humanism means and why these values continue to resonate with so many people today.

Read more here: https://fuzeceremonies.co.uk/humanist-ceremonies-blog/what-is-humanism/

Humanism is about compassion, fairness, reason and shared humanity. Discover what Humanism means and how its values shape the work of Fuze Ceremonies and The Fuze Foundation.

11/06/2026

💬 Funeral Ceremony Feedback 💬
We are always deeply grateful when families take the time to share their reflections after a funeral ceremony, especially at such a tender and emotional time.

Following a recent service led by Christine Carruth Humanist Celebrant, the family shared how supported and comforted they felt throughout. Christine’s compassionate approach and attentive listening helped create a ceremony that honoured their loved one’s life with dignity, care, and respect.

Funeral ceremonies are never easy, but when they are held with kindness and understanding, they can offer a meaningful space for farewell, reflection, and peace. Christine guided the family with warmth and reassurance every step of the way.

Thank you, Christine, for the care you bring to families when they need it most. 🤍

09/06/2026

💛 £122,000 and counting... 💛

Every ceremony our team conducts helps support the work of The Fuze Foundation, and I'm incredibly proud to share that our total community giveback has now surpassed £122,000.

Between March and May 2026, we donated a further £900 to Alzheimer Scotland and £950 to Beatson Cancer Charity.

Recently, our Chair Morag Webster, had the pleasure of meeting with Heather and Heilidh from Beatson Cancer Charity, alongside Suzie from Alzheimer Scotland, to hear more about the incredible impact these organisations continue to have across Scotland.

For us, these partnerships are about so much more than donations. They're about building relationships, raising awareness, supporting communities and finding ways to make a difference together.

We also have some exciting fundraising challenges coming up with members of our celebrant team, so keep an eye out for more news soon!

Thank you to everyone who chooses Humanist Celebrants with Fuze Ceremonies and helps make this support possible. Together, we're proving that ceremonies can create lasting impact far beyond the day itself.

Read more on the blog 👇

The Fuze Foundation and Fuze Ceremonies, reflect on raising funds for Alzheimer Scotland and Beatson Cancer Charity, taking their total community giveback beyond £122,000.

04/06/2026

As part of Dementia Awareness Week, Alzheimer Scotland are asking for our help to push for change.

Change to ensure consistent, joined-up pathways across Scotland so that everyone can access the care, guidance and reassurance they deserve from the moment of diagnosis.

You can help push for this change by e-mailing your MSP by using their simple tool – https://pulse.ly/7p0jt2ymmv

A dementia diagnosis should not leave people feeling lost or alone.

While other conditions often benefit from clear, structured pathways, too many people with dementia still find themselves without clear direction or enough support at a critical time.

We need consistent, joined-up pathways across Scotland so that everyone can access the care, guidance and reassurance they deserve from the moment of diagnosis.

Scotland can do better for people affected by dementia. Email your MSP this Dementia Awareness Week and help push for change. Use our simple tool – https://pulse.ly/7p0jt2ymmv 👈

02/06/2026

Some stories are simply too lovely not to share.

Back in 2020, Brian Baxter - Humanist Celebrant with the Fuze Foundation had the privilege of marrying Deborah and Jim. Three years later, he married their daughter Alex and her husband Logan.

Recently, Brian returned to celebrate the marriage of another daughter, Stephanie, and her husband Dave. And standing among the guests was yet another sister, Charlotte, whose own wedding Brian will soon be conducting too.

It's a wonderful reminder that ceremonies are about so much more than a single day. They are about relationships, trust, family, and the connections that grow over time.

Thank you to this lovely family for allowing us to be part of so many special moments. ❤️

Read the full story on our blog below.

Celebrant Brian shares a heartwarming story of marrying three members of the same family over several years, highlighting the personal connections that make Humanist ceremonies so special.

28/05/2026

💬 Funeral Ceremony Feedback 💬
We are always deeply grateful when families take the time to share their reflections after a funeral ceremony, especially at such a tender and emotional time.

Following a recent service led by Celebrant Jennifer Reid, the family shared how supported and comforted they felt throughout. Jennifer’s compassionate approach and attentive listening helped create a ceremony that honoured their loved one’s life with dignity, care, and respect.

Funeral ceremonies are never easy, but when they are held with kindness and understanding, they can offer a meaningful space for farewell, reflection, and peace. Jennifer guided the family with warmth and reassurance every step of the way.

Thank you, Jennifer, for the care you bring to families when they need it most. 🤍

26/05/2026

Faces of the Foundation – Meet Sam

From supporting violence reduction and homelessness initiatives across Scotland, to speaking in Parliament, becoming a later-in-life bride, and now creating unforgettable ceremonies filled with heart, Sam Conroy - Celebrant's journey has been anything but ordinary.

She’s passionate about people, fiercely devoted to her family (and her many four-legged and feathered companions), and believes every ceremony should be unapologetically and unequivocally you.

Sam shares a little about her story, what inspires her, and why helping people celebrate life’s biggest moments means so much.

Take a moment to get to know the person behind the ceremonies.

Read more about Sam and her journey here:

Meet Sam, a Cumbernauld-based Celebrant whose journey spans violence reduction, advocacy and creating unforgettable ceremonies.

22/05/2026

💬 Funeral Ceremony Feedback 💬
We are always deeply grateful when families take the time to share their reflections after a funeral ceremony, especially at such a tender and emotional time.

Following a recent service led by Sue Earnshaw Humanist Celebrant, the family shared how supported and comforted they felt throughout. Sue’s compassionate approach and attentive listening helped create a ceremony that honoured their loved one’s life with dignity, care, and respect.

Funeral ceremonies are never easy, but when they are held with kindness and understanding, they can offer a meaningful space for farewell, reflection, and peace. [Name] guided the family with warmth and reassurance every step of the way.

Thank you, Sue, for the care you bring to families when they need it most.

20/05/2026

The loss of a pet can leave a silence in our homes and hearts that is difficult to explain to anyone who hasn’t experienced it.

Our pets are family. They are companions through ordinary days, life changes, celebrations, and difficult moments. Their loss can bring profound grief, yet pet bereavement is something people often feel they need to minimise or “move on” from quickly.

Sam Conroy - Celebrant has written an honest, open, and heartfelt blog reflecting on her own experiences of pet loss, the grief that follows, and why it’s important we recognise and talk about these feelings.

If you have ever loved and lost a furry companion, this piece may resonate with you

Read Sam’s blog here:

A raw and heartfelt reflection on loving and losing animals, exploring grief, guilt, unconditional love, and the lasting pawprints pets leave on our lives.