MISSION:
The Center aims to be the leading expert in the fields of pediatric bereavement and crisis response in schools and communities, as it relates to coping with loss and fostering resiliency.

Resources for Educators:

• If you are already a Grief-Sensitive School, encourage your district or other schools in your district and region to become Grief-Sensitive as well. https://grievingstudents.org/gssi/
• Provide a school staff training during November on ways to support grieving students. You can utilize these educator training modules
• Inform/remind school staff about the free materials at the Coalition to Support Grieving Students
• Additional guidance documents created by The Coalition
• Conversation support for school staff for speaking with grieving children 
• Tips for school staff connecting with grieving families
• Classroom guidance for peer support of grieving students

MISSION:

Helping families in times of grief is at the heart of our foundation’s mission. Today, more than ever, children and families need support in navigating a world filled with grief and loss. Our purpose is to elevate the conversation and awareness about grief support by providing the acknowledgement and tools needed for a more grief-sensitive culture. We are proud to be one of the leading funders of childhood bereavement support in the country.

Parent/caregiver:

• After a Loved One Dies: How Children Grieve and How Parents and Other Adults Can Support Them
  • English e-book
  • Spanish e-book
• Supporting Your Child Brochure
  • English e-booklet
  • Spanish e-booklet
• Pledge to become a Grief-Sensitive School (if you haven’t already). https://grievingstudents.org/gssi/

Multi-audience:

• Kai’s Journey
• What to Say/Not to Say Tip Card
  • English version
  • Spanish version
• "Talk About Grief" campaign page (via Experience Camps) 

MISSION:

At First Book, we are building a path out of poverty through educational equity. Our purpose is as bold as it is urgent: To create systemic change. To ensure equal access to quality education. To empower and equip every educator who serves children in need. First Book provides educators with the brand new, high-quality books, educational resources, and other essentials needed to remove the barriers to learning for kids in need from birth to age 18.

Educator:

• Using Books to Support Students Through Grief, Loss, and Healing” Guide (English)
• Using Books to Support Students Through Grief, Loss, and Healing” Guide (Spanish)
• First Book Marketplace – Books related to grief, loss, and healing 

MISSION:

National PTA comprises millions of families, students, teachers, administrators, and business and community leaders devoted to the educational success of children and the promotion of family engagement in schools. PTA is a registered 501(c) (3) nonprofit association that prides itself on being a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education. Membership in PTA is open to anyone who wants to be involved and make a difference for the education, health and welfare of children and youth. 

Parent/caregiver: 

• Healthy Minds webpage which features to help families make mental health a daily priority. Resources include everything from guides on having productive family conversations about mental health to tips for better understanding and addressing mental health challenges such as grief and loss

MISSION:

The National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG) is a nonprofit organization that raises awareness about the needs of children and teens who are grieving a death and provides education and resources for anyone who supports them. Through the collective voice of our members and partners, we educate, advocate and raise awareness about childhood bereavement.

The NACG is a nationwide network comprised of professionals, institutions, and volunteers who promote best practices, educational programming, and critical resources to facilitate the mental, emotional and physical health of grieving children and their families.

Parent/caregiver:

• FAQs from Parents/Caregiver Raising Bereaved Children

Multi-audience:

• About Childhood Grief
• NACG GriefTalk School Resource Guide
• GriefTalk: Talking to Children about Death and Dying
• GriefTalk: Talking to a Child or Teen to Let Them Know Someone has Died
• GriefTalk: Talking about Grieving as a Family
• NAGC Hero Toolkit