Sympathy Cards for 2026

Sympathy Cards

From friends and family to clients and coworkers, a heartfelt sympathy card is a small but meaningful way to offer your condolences.

At CardsDirect, we understand the importance of these sentiments and offer a curated selection of greeting cards designed to provide solace and comfort in your professional and personal relationships. Personalize them for free by adding your logo, a photo, signatures, and more—order in bulk for the best discount.

Have you received a sympathy card and want to offer your gratitude? Take a look at our thank you cards.

What Types of Customizations Do You Offer?

Choose from different paper types, sizes, and envelopes with our sanitary Peal and Seal closures, with additional elements like foil and embossing. We add an assortment of new designs each year, including those for your pets. And, now, you can add your brand colors to many of our greetings with just a click! Perfect for veterinary clinics, hospitals, and funeral homes.

What Do I Write Inside My Sympathy Card?

Our condolence cards come with a pre-selected verse. When you open our personalizer, you can choose from a large database of additional verses in various categories, including sentimental, religious, and professional. If you want to include your own message, find inspiration within our convenient onsite articles and tips.

Can We Help You Design Your Product?

Yes, CardsDirect can help you design your product for a one-time fee of $40. For more information, email [email protected].

Do You Offer Custom Samples?

Request a free sample with your personalization included.

Can You Mail My Cards for Me?

You can have your grief cards delivered to your door or use our full mailing service, where we will stamp, address, and mail them to your recipients. Please select Addressing + US Stamp + Mail at checkout. 

Order Processing and Delivery Time

Custom orders ship in 1–4 business days, plus 1–6 business days for delivery based on your shipping method and location. Estimated delivery does not include additional services (addressing, special requests, artwork help, or proof approvals), which may extend processing time. We are not responsible for carrier delays. Add items to your cart to view delivery estimates or contact customer service with questions.

Proofing Your Order

After designing your sympathy card, you'll receive a proof that you must approve before we ship your order. When reviewing your proof, click the box that says 'Approve' next to all card surfaces, and then click 'Submit Proof' at the bottom. Once you have approved your proof, your order will be printed and shipped. You will receive a confirmation email once it ships. Please check your junk or spam folder if you have not received a confirmation email.

Return Policy

We stand by our products with a 100% guarantee. If we make a mistake, we’ll correct it at no cost to you. However, items that are delivered without material defects cannot be refunded, returned, or exchanged. Please inspect your order upon arrival and report any issues within 30 days. After this timeframe, we are unable to offer replacements or refunds.