Our Impact
Modern Widows Club has transformed the lives of countless widows by offering a supportive community that fosters healing, growth, and renewed purpose
Our Outcomes
Empowered widows
Women gain the confidence and resources to rebuild their lives after loss.
Supportive community
Widows find a strong, compassionate network of peers for connection and mutual support.
Personal growth
Members experience personal development through educational programs and wellness initiatives.
Advocacy for widows
The organization amplifies the voices of widows, advocating for their rights and needs.
Increased resilience
Widows build emotional and mental resilience, helping them navigate the challenges of widowhood.
Global reach
MWC expands its impact, connecting widows worldwide through local and virtual communities.
Your Support Makes a Difference in Our Impact
Thanks to donors like you, we can provide more compassionate support for the many widows who find us every day.
Our Statistics
Modern Widows Club engages in ongoing and constant data collection to gain a deeper understanding of the needs of widows. By gathering and analyzing statistics, the organization tailors its support, ensuring that widows receive the most relevant and effective resources for their journey toward healing and empowerment.
Valuable Resources for Widows and Their Support Networks
84,000
The MWC Hope and Heal Support Newsletter has reached over 84,000 views
The hope and heal support newsletter offers a lifeline of encouragement and practical guidance. Its impact is profound, providing essential resources and fostering a sense of connection among widows, helping them find hope, healing, and strength as they navigate their journeys.
1,491
The MWC Widow Leadership Newsletter has reached over 1,491 leaders
The leadership newsletter empowers leaders with valuable insights, resources, and strategies to effectively support widows in their communities. By fostering strong leadership, the newsletter amplifies the club's mission, enhancing the impact on widows' lives and ensuring that support is delivered with compassion and understanding.
22,020
Widow Supporter Newsletter has reached over 22,020 widow supporters
The widow supporter newsletter equips family, friends, clergy, neighbors, siblings, mature children, and coworkers with the knowledge and tools to effectively support the widows in their lives. By fostering understanding and empathy, the newsletter helps create a compassionate network of support, ensuring widows feel seen, cared for, and uplifted by those around them.
Support Programs and Services
6,450
Over 6,450 women have taken the Widow Empowerment Quiz
The Widow Empowerment Quiz from Modern Widows Club is a transformative tool that helps widows assess their progress on the healthy widowhood pathway of Hope, Heal, Grow, and Lead. By providing personalized insights, the quiz empowers widows to identify their current stage and focus on specific areas for growth. This 15 minute self-assessment fosters a deeper understanding of their journey, guiding them towards meaningful healing and empowerment.
1,550
Over 1,550 attendees at our annual Widow Empowerment Events
Since 2017, the Widow Empowerment Event has profoundly transformed the lives of widows through its impactful online and in-person gatherings. These events offer a blend of education, inspiration, and community support, empowering widows to navigate their grief and embrace new opportunities for growth. By connecting participants with resources and fostering a supportive environment, the event helps them move forward with renewed strength and confidence.
150,000
More than 150,000 total Community Advocate volunteer hours
Since becoming a nonprofit in 2014, Modern Widows Club has harnessed over 150,000 hours of volunteer support from community advocates. This remarkable commitment has been pivotal in driving the movement for widow care and our mission forward and delivering vital assistance to widows locally, nationwide, and globally.
Your Support Makes a Difference
Thanks to donors like you, we can continue to provide compassionate support and a path to empowerment for widows
Our Advocacy
Modern Widows Club is dedicated to advocating for the rights and needs of widows, striving to amplify their voices and influence positive change. The organization actively works to address the unique challenges faced by widows, promoting fairness, inclusivity, and support within communities and beyond.
Through awareness campaigns, policy engagement, and partnerships, Modern Widows Club champions the cause of widows, ensuring they receive the recognition and assistance they deserve.
Become an Advocate for Widows
Support networks
Building and strengthening support networks to ensure widows have access to the help and community they need.
Educational outreach
Providing information and resources to educate both widows and the broader community about widowhood and related concerns.
Awareness campaigns
Raising public awareness about the challenges widows face to foster greater understanding and support.
Media engagement
Utilizing media platforms to share stories, experiences, and advocate for the needs of widows.
Partnerships
Collaborating with other organizations and community groups to expand resources and advocate for widow-specific issues.
Policy advocacy
Engaging with policymakers to influence legislation and policies that address the needs and rights of widows.
National Advocacy
Helping to Advance the Rights of Widows
Modern Widows Club launched a petition to advance the rights of widows to address systemic gaps and advocate for meaningful policy change garnering over 11,000 signatures. By mobilizing support, we aim to bring attention to the specific needs of widows, push for equitable legal and financial protections, and ensure that widows receive the support and recognition they deserve. Our petition is a critical step towards creating lasting improvements in their lives and securing their rights.
Widow Advocacy Forum in Washington, DC
The goal of the International Widows Day Forum in Washington, DC, hosted by Modern Widows Club, was to raise awareness about the challenges faced by widows and to advocate for their rights on a national level. The forum aimed to bring together policymakers, advocates, and community leaders to discuss solutions, promote policy change, and foster collaboration to improve widows' lives by ensuring that widows' needs are addressed with urgency and compassion.
American Widows Ask Campaign
Modern Widows Club advocates for three key actions to elevate the plight of American widows: establishing National Widows Day on June 23 to align with International Widows Day, creating a Congressional Widows Caucus to address policy and research gaps, and raising awareness about the often-overlooked challenges of widowhood. These steps aim to bring visibility to the unique struggles faced by widows, drive legislative change, and ensure that their experiences are recognized and addressed.
International Advocacy
International Widows Day June 23
Modern Widows Club promotes International Widows Day June 23 to raise awareness and highlight the unique challenges faced by widows worldwide. By commemorating this day, they aim to foster global solidarity, advocate for improved support systems, and empower widows through education and community engagement. It’s a crucial opportunity to bring visibility to their experiences and drive meaningful change on a global scale.
International Community Advancement
Modern Widows Club has advanced international leadership communities to foster global solidarity and share best practices for supporting widows. By building connections and collaborations across borders, they aim to amplify their impact, leverage diverse perspectives, and address the unique challenges faced by widows worldwide. This international approach helps drive systemic change, enhance resources, and create a unified voice advocating for the rights and well-being of widows globally.
Diversity and Belonging Are More Than Just Words to Us
At Modern Widows Club, we recognize the diverse populations within our organization and the communities we serve, and we strive for equitable access to services and support for all people.
We value and appreciate our differences and embrace them as a source of strength for our organization.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion in every aspect of the work we do, and to creating an environment where every person feels valued, respected, and empowered.
We recognize that systemic discrimination, inequities, and barriers have historically affected individuals and communities based on race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, religious belief, and many other factors. Though we have more work to do to advance diversity and inclusion, we are committed to dismantling these structures.
We recognize that inclusion is about more than just representation. It means creating a culture of belonging where everyone can be their full, authentic selves and feel valued for their unique experiences, perspectives, and voices.
To achieve our commitment to diversity and belonging, we:
Foster an inclusive culture where every person is respected, heard, and valued.
Promote diversity by actively seeking out and including a range of perspectives and experiences.
Prioritize equity by identifying and addressing systemic barriers to ensure that all people have equal opportunity and access.
Promote understanding and awareness of diversity, inclusion, and belonging to our Board of Directors, HQ Team, Community Advocates, committee members, volunteers, and collaborators.
Hold ourselves accountable for our progress towards achieving our diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging goals.
Our Research
Enhancing Financial Confidence Among Widows: The Role of Financial Professionals
December 2017 | Journal of Financial Planning
Widows' Voices: The Value of Financial Planning
January 2016 | Journal of Financial Professionals