Mentorship Feature: Ellie and Tess
Ellie (age 9) and Tess (age 30) were matched in July 2022 and although their stories are quite different, they’ve found a deeply meaningful connection.
Empower
Building a community of hope and healing for those dealing with the death of a parent
Empower was founded to continue a parent’s dream of fulfilling the promise of a child’s life and building a stronger community. Together, we can turn loss into hope and healing for those in need.
Moved by our cause? Volunteer or Donate.
Born from a profound loss, Empower exists to carry forward a parent’s legacy of compassion and service. Every donation, every volunteer hour, and every shared story brings us closer to a world where everyone has the support they need to thrive. Your impact starts here.
When a child’s parent dies, the loss is life-changing, isolating and a potential source of a number of lifetime consequences, unless support is provided. Losing a parent shouldn’t mean losing the promise of a person’s life, and that’s why we’re here.
Confidence and resilience are built when a child whose parent has died finds relief from her grief through a supportive community, and learns from a mentor who has also experienced loss.
We provide two programs – mentorship and events – that support, guide and connect children, teens and young adults who have experienced the death of a parent.
Learn More About Our Impact
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Our Programs
We provide children, teens, and young adults relief from grief and guide them through life following the loss of a parent. Our support comes in two forms: Events and Mentorship.
We host big events and small get togethers to remind children they are not alone, and we offer a unique Mentor program where we pair children, teens and young adults with positive role models who have also experienced parent loss.
We are a support system providing community and connection. We’ve been there, we get it, and we can help make the journey more manageable.
Our programs are available in 8 regions nationwide. Click below to apply or learn more.
Mentorship
Guidance from an adult Mentor who has also experienced parent loss, who supports children during their grief journey.
Events + Get Togethers
These provide children relief from their grief, while meeting others like them who have experienced loss. Sign up to participate in an event in your area or learn more.
Donate
Their mother died. They are alone and confused. They can’t imagine their future.
We’re here to provide the unconditional support they need.
Your donation makes this possible.
Make an online donation or a gift of stock.
Your Impact
Empower’s mission would not be possible without your generous support — learn more about the impact your donation can have.
Host an Event
By hosting an event, you’re helping us expand our community of volunteers and supporters, while providing our program with the funds it needs. Pulling this off is made so much easier through a toolkit we provide.
Run or Raise Money
Run a 5k or a marathon. Take a polar plunge. If you have the will, we’ve got the way, and together we can make a huge impact!
After the loss of a parent, having someone who simply shows up reminds us we don’t have to face this journey alone. That’s exactly what our End-of-Year Campaign, “We’re Here for You” is all about. At Empower, we know that no child should walk alone in their grief journey. Together, we can show them just how powerful community can be.
📢 Exciting Announcement: The Francis Pew Hayes Family Foundation is matching your donation - dollar for dollar - this holiday season! DOUBLE your impact in supporting children who have lost a parent this holiday season✨
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Introducing: “We’re Here For You” ✨This holiday season, You can change a grieving child’s life 🧡
At Empower, we are on the front lines of loss - trusted to hold the hearts of grieving children, while leading them through life after the death of a parent. We know what it’s like - We’ve been through it.
That’s why we’re joining together for our first-ever holiday fundraising campaign with a goal of $100k to ensure no child grieves alone. This holiday season, you can send a powerful message to a grieving child: “We’re here for you.”
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Grief is a journey, and remember to be gentle with yourself ✨
Give yourself the time and space to feel—healing unfolds at your own pace. 🧡
INTERN SPOTLIGHT✨
Meet Josie, one of our new Communications and Social Media Interns! We are excited and very grateful to have her on our team!
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Something special is coming for kids who are grieving this holiday season where you can make a difference. We invite you to be part of something amazing that brings hope and healing ✨
Stay tuned for details on November 18th how you can help children this holiday season ❤️
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🌟 Empower is seeking passionate mentors in Los Angeles and San Diego to support kids and young adults coping with the loss of a parent.
This flexible program is easy to fit into your schedule and has the potential to make a lasting, positive impact on a child’s life. 🔗 in bio for more!
This #GriefAwarenessMonth, we recognize the importance of showing up for kids who’ve lost a parent. Every story matters, every journey is unique, and no one walks this path alone. Together, we create a space of understanding 💜 #griefsupport #griefcommunity #parentloss #mentorshipmatters #fyp #fyppage
