Winning Home presenting a grant award check to TCR during a recent visit and tour. We welcome you to learn more by visiting TCR for a tour or visit with our team.
According to the 2022 Childhood Bereavement Estimation Model published by Judi’s house, one child out of every 14 in Massachusetts will have a parent or sibling die before graduating from high school (CBEM, 2022). And while providing support and creating a safe space and community for our grieving children, teens and families are at the core of The Children’s Room’s mission; we also focus on increasing awareness of childhood grief.
We often think of philanthropy as giving donations, but our Philanthropy Director, Kim Cayer shares a few thoughts on how it has taken on a bigger meaning at The Children’s Room.
1. Philanthropy isn’t just about raising money; it’s also about raising awareness.
“So many times when people come to our house in Arlington for a tour to learn more about our work, they help us to spread awareness by sharing with family, friends, and colleagues about what they learn during their visit.”
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2. Philanthropy opens doors for others to get involved in many ways.
“When someone asks about the work I do at The Children’s Room, it becomes a conversation starter. People had shared how they could have benefitted from a place like TCR when their mom, dad, brother, or sister died or that they know of a family who could use our services.”
3. Grief is a tough subject, and building awareness through philanthropy, starts a conversation and breaks the stigma.
“When people come in for a tour or to make a donation, they often have a personal connection, but this is not always the case. Many of the people that donate would never have known about TCR or even of the work of other bereavement centers in other parts of the country. Our work is unique. TCR is a safe, comforting, and hopeful place.”
