Additional resources
American Association of Suicide
A 501 nonprofit organization that advocates for suicide prevention. Established in 1968 by Edwin S. Shneidman, who has been called "a pioneer in suicide prevention." Empowering all toward resilient lives, inspiring hope and preventing suicide through the advancement of suicidology.
Peer-to-peer support to a new generation of military widows grieving the loss of a spouse in the United States Armed Forces.
The Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement
A non-profit organization that supports all those who are grieving the loss of a beloved pet.
Provides 24/7 bereavement support to families who have lost a child to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related infant deaths.
A nonprofit federation that offers advice on how to obtain a dignified, affordable funeral.
Named after actress Gilda Radner, this community organization provides emotional and social support to people with cancer and their families and friends who may have had a cancer-related loss.
A private nonprofit organization of mothers who lost sons or daughters in service of the United States Armed Forces.
Provides support for surviving spouses and children of those who lost their lives due to military service in the Armed Forces of the United States.
The Grief Gallery is a space to explore loss and letting go and presents exhibitions, installations and events featuring the belongings of loved ones lost during international design festivals. Founded by grief coach and curator Charlene Lam, who speaks, writes, delivers workshops and produces exhibitions online and in-person about grief and loss.
Harnessing multiple Opportunities for Pregnancy loss Exploration, is a national research study that seeks to find explanations of pregnancy loss and predict future pregnancy outcomes.
Provides information to those coping with issues of caregiving, terminal illness and grief.
International End of Life Doula Association
A member-based nonprofit working to meet the non-medical needs of the dying by raising awareness of the roles of end-of-life doulas and providing education to support compassionate death care.
An international 501(c)3, volunteer-based organization providing C.A.R.E.S. (Counseling, Advocacy, Research, Education and Support) services to families experiencing the death of a child.
National Alliance for Children's Grief
Raises awareness about the needs of children and teens who are grieving a death and provides education and resources for anyone who supports them.
National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement
A nonprofit organization dedicated to helping schools support their students through crisis and loss.
National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Grief support and resources for families of fallen firefighters.
National Funeral Directors Association
Locate a funeral home near you by searching zip code.
National Organization for the Parents of Murdered Children
Provides support and assistance to all survivors of homicide victims.
An ongoing, collective project where people send letters to anyone in their life who has died.
Students Grieving Coalition to Support Grieving Students
A collaboration of the leading professional organizations representing educators, school counselors, school nurses, school psychologists, school social workers and other student support personnel to assist grieving students.
TAPS Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors
An organization that provides comfort, care and resources to all those grieving the death of a military loved one.
A non-profit organization that offers support to every family member after experiencing the death of a child, including parents, siblings and grandparents.
U.S. Government Death Benefit Finder
A resource to find government survivor benefits, including funeral benefits, housing and education help.
