The families of Sydney siege victims Katrina Dawson and Tori Johnson have requested funds raised in honour of the slain hostages be directed to specific charities.
The Katrina Dawson Foundation has been established in the barrister's memory to help educate women, while Mr Johnson's family have asked that donations in his name to go to mental health organisation beyondblue.
Ms Dawson's family say they have felt "surrounded by the warmth of a city and a nation" since the siege.
"It is our hope that out of her senseless death we will, through the opportunities the Foundation will provide, bring meaning to the lives of other amazing young women," the family said.
Former Governor-General Quentin Bryce has been announced as the foundation's founding member.
A public memorial service will be held at 3pm on Tuesday, December 23, at the University of Sydney's Great Hall in honour of Ms Dawson.
Her family have asked attendees to wear a splash of aqua, which was the 38-year-old mother's favourite colour.
Mr Johnson's family have requested donations made in his honour go to beyondblue.
"We are humbled and honoured by this gesture," a beyondblue spokesperson said.
"All that knew Tori are deeply grateful.
"All money raised in memory of this courageous young man will be used to support people and families living with depression and anxiety."
Almost $70,900 had been donated to beyondblue in Mr Johnson's name by 5pm on Saturday.
Tributes flowed for the Lindt cafe manager on the donations page.
"You were a good friend...You have shown the world what it looks like to be a TRUE HERO," wrote colleague Romano De Alwis.
"Our Lindt family will never be the same."
beyondblue helps Australians experiencing anxiety and depression.
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