Resources
Below are links to resources that may be helpful to you at this time:
Even though your specific circumstances may not fall under one of our specific financial assistance program guidelines, know that we still are here to offer emotional support and assist you in honoring your child. We have local support groups, memorial walks, and special events which are open to bereaved families and those that support you. Check out our “chapter” pages or contact the national office at (253) 200-0944 or email [email protected] for more information. (We are not affiliated with any of these organizations; We recommend visiting their website and reaching out to them directly if you have any questions regarding their services)
- “211” is a referral and information helpline/website that can put you in touch with local organizations that provide critical services http://211.org/
- Many states have programs to provide financial assistance with funerals. Please check with your local county office, or visit this link for additional information – https://www.funeralwise.com/plan/paying/getting-state-assistance/
Funeral assistance for pregnancy/infant loss:
- Angel Names Association (for stillbirths, at least 20 weeks gestation) https://angelnames.org/
- Flutter By Izzy Jane (for stillbirths, at least 24 weeks gestation)
- The Skyler’s Gift Foundation (for prematurity-related losses, at least 22 weeks gestation) http://skylersgift.org/
Funeral assistance for child loss by location:
- Final Farewell (for the loss of a child under the age of 18) http://www.finalfarewell.org/
- Raise for Rowyn (for the loss of a child in WA, ID, OR, MT, WY, UT, AZ) https://www.raiseforrowyn.org/
- Ike and Ella Fund (for the loss of a child in MI, IN, OH) https://www.ikeandellafund.org/
- Walk in Sunshine Charity (for the loss of a child under 18, in Westfield, NJ) https://www.walkinsunshinecharity.org/mission-statement
- The Unforgettables Foundation (help is granted to families across Riverside and San Bernardino counties in CA, also Southern NV and OH) http://unforgettables.org/
- 3 “A” Bereavement Foundation (Harris & Fort Bend counties, TX) https://3abereavement.weebly.com/
Assistance with medical bills associated with pregnancy loss:
- Hayden’s Helping Hands (for stillbirths, at least 20 weeks gestation) https://www.haydenshelpinghands.com/
- The Fletcher Foundation (for medical bills associated with miscarriage or stillbirth) https://thefletcherfoundation.org/
Other Resources:
- Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation (help with costs associated with pregnancy complications & post-loss expenses) https://colettelouise.com/
- Audrey & McKenna Foundation (no cost cremation boxes for families who have lost a child) https://audreyandmckenna.org/
- Little Love Foundation (list of resources for pregnancy and infant loss support) http://littlelovefoundation.blogspot.com/p/resources-financial-assistance-for.html
- Walk in Sunshine charity https://www.walkinsunshinecharity.org/copy-of-resources
- National Share http://nationalshare.org/
- Metro Detroit Share Foundation https://www.metrodetroitshare.org/resources–links.html