Help Grow The Waiting
Place Foundation

Together, we are building a home for all who grieve.

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When you give to The Waiting Place Foundation, you help create a sanctuary for individuals and families navigating some of the hardest moments of their lives.

Your generosity makes it possible to offer grief groups, one-on-one spiritual companionship, community gatherings, and future retreats and events that support connection and belonging. This foundation grows through community. This work becomes possible because of people like you. Together, we honor the pause. Together, we nurture the becoming.

[The Waiting Place Foundation is a 501(c)(3) in process; all contributions will be tax-deductible upon approval, and retroactively applied where permitted by law.]

Donations for Grief Support

Become a Founding Supporter

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During our inaugural year, 2026, every donor will be recognized as a Founding Supporter of The Waiting Place Foundation. This circle of early supporters represents the first hearts who believed in our mission and helped build this sanctuary from the ground up. As a Founding Supporter, you will be meaningfully woven into the story of The Waiting Place from the very beginning.

Founding Supporters receive:

  • Recognition on our website as a Founding Supporter (with the option to remain anonymous).

  • The opportunity to dedicate their donation in honor or memory of a loved one, or someone in their life who needs a place like The Waiting Place.

  • Early and priority updates on the status, growth, and future of The Waiting Place.

Become a Founding Supporter

Make a Pledge

Every act of generosity helps bring this community to life. Right now, The Waiting Place is in an early stage of growth, and we are taking pledges as we prepare to open formal donation options.

These pledges will support the launch of our first eight grief support groups. Funds raised will help cover the space, supplies, and support needed to offer these gatherings with care and intention. Our current goal is $750, which allows us to take this important first step.

If you feel moved to support this beginning, your pledge helps create space for connection, presence, and companionship for those navigating grief. We are deeply grateful for every person who chooses to be part of building this foundation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. The Waiting Place Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. You will receive a donation receipt for your records.

  • Donations support the growth and sustainability of The Waiting Place Foundation. Funds are used to develop and offer grief programs, hire qualified professionals, provide scholarships for those who need financial support, and expand community resources. Larger gifts may also support our long-term goal of securing a physical home for The Waiting Place.

  • Yes. We welcome individuals who feel called to support this work beyond giving financially. Volunteer opportunities may include community outreach, resource support, and event assistance. If you are interested in getting involved, please visit our Contact page to share more about how you would like to help.

  • Yes. We are open to event-related donations and professional services that support our mission. If you have something you would like to offer, please reach out through our Contact page and let us know what you have in mind. We will follow up to let you know if it is a current need.

  • Yes. You may donate in honor or memory of someone meaningful to you. Honored individuals may be recognized in the “In Honor Of” section of our website. You also have the option to include a message and an email address, and we will send a thoughtful acknowledgement to someone who may be grieving in connection with your gift.