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Liam Payne's Legacy Lives On Through Song and Charity
26 Oct
Summary
- A song written for Liam Payne fuels charitable giving.
- The fund uses song royalties, donations, and merchandise.
- It supports causes Payne championed during his life.
A song written in memory of Liam Payne, titled "Bones," is now powering charitable giving for causes close to the former One Direction singer's heart. His cousin, Ross Harris, composed the track following Payne's passing at age 31 on October 16, 2024. The initiative, known as The Bones Fund, aggregates master royalties from the song with direct donations and merchandise profits.
The fund's inspiration arose from a late-night video call in summer 2024, where Harris and Payne browsed online fundraising pages for children. Payne reportedly donated nearly £10,000 that night, with the fund now aiming to carry that spirit forward. Harris officially launched The Bones Fund in late August 2026 with an acoustic version of "Bones."
The Bones Fund operates as the trading name of The Bones Project Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales, and is not yet a registered charity. It aims to apply for charitable status in the future. While it operates on a non-profit basis, some funds may cover necessary running costs.
Proceeds from "Bones," including its acoustic version, alongside donations and merchandise, contribute to the fund. Although Gift Aid cannot be claimed yet, the fund lists UNICEF, Soccer Aid, and the Trussell Trust among organizations connected to Payne's past charitable work. As of October 2025, nearly £250,000 had been raised in Payne's memory, with many contributions made privately.
