Guiding Widowed Individuals towards Financial Stability and Independence
We support widowed men and women navigating loss, empowering them to reclaim financial Wellbeing and the chance for a brighter future.
When Life Changes, We Help Change Lives.
Wings for Widows is the nonprofit organization in the U.S. that provides financial coaching and education to help widowed men and women navigate the financial disruption of early widowhood. Whoever and wherever you are in your widowhood journey, we provide time-tested advice, guidance, and resources that will help you reclaim financial stability and independence for your family. Replace anxiety and uncertainty with clarity and confidence.
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875,000
Year in the U.S.
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We Can Help
When you don’t know where to turn,
start with Wings for Widows – the most trusted name in personal finance for widowed people.
A Message From Our Executive Director
Welcome to Wings for Widows. For seven years, we've been privileged to offer pro bono services to those navigating the challenges of widowhood. As demand for our support has grown, we've reached a pivotal moment in our journey.
To ensure our sustainability and meet the increasing need, we're transitioning to a pay-for-service model. This change allows us to continue providing high-quality financial coaching at rates significantly below market prices. For those facing financial hardship, our Project CARES scholarship remains available, ensuring that no widow is left without support.
We believe all widowed individuals deserve access to professional financial advice when they need it most. This transition enables us to uphold this commitment while securing our ability to serve for years to come.
Rest assured, our core values remain unchanged. We promise transparency, confidentiality, and unwavering respect for your dignity. Your trust is our highest priority.
Thank you for considering us as your partner in this challenging chapter of life. Together, we'll navigate towards financial stability and hope.
You Are Not Alone. We Can Help.
When you don't know where to turn, start with Wings for Widows - the most trusted name in personal finance for widowed people.
Receive critical and timely advice from the best possible experts - Certified Financial Planning™ professionals, trained to provide you with personalized advice and guidance to help you navigate the many administrative, financial, and legal obstacles ahead of you. You don't have to do it alone with one of our highly-trained volunteer coaches working alongside you, addressing all your concerns.
We created WidowWise University just for you. Attend our educational classes, webinars, and workshops to develop your financial literacy. Browse our Financial Empowerment Center to hone your personal finance skills and find answers to your questions. Subcribe to our monthly educational newsletter, WidowWise. Make informed financial decisions by using our free educational resources.
Access a wealth of free information and resources curated for your convenience to help you navigate the challenges of early widowhood. If you need assistance, our compassionate and experienced team members will connect you with the best possible resources and tailored solutions.
You Are Not Alone. We Can Help.
Receive critical and timely advice from the best possible experts - Certified Financial Planningtm professionals, trained to provide you with personalized advice and guidance to help you navigate the many administrative, financial, and legal obstacles ahead of you. You don't have to do it alone with one of our highly-trained volunteer coaches working alongside you, addressing all your concerns.
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Attend our educational classes, webinars, and workshops to develop your financial literacy. Browse our Financial Empowerment Center to hone your personal finance skills and find answers to your questions. Make informed financial decisions by using our free educational resources.
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Access a wealth of information and resources to help you navigate the challenges of early widowhood. Our compassionate and experienced team members will connect you with the best resources and tailored solutions possible.
How We've Made an Impact
This is a great program for newly widowed individuals. I stumbled upon it while reading the comments section of an article related to estate and retirement planning. Please advertise more broadly so that new widows can find it easily. Thank you for your support!
This is a great program for newly widowed individuals. I stumbled upon it while reading the comments section of an article related to estate and retirement planning. Please advertise more broadly so that new widows can find it easily. Thank you for your support!
Wings for widows is a great resource to help when our world is in pieces.
Wings for widows is a great resource to help when our world is in pieces.
Paul was a blessing! I was nervous and anxious before our first meeting because I didn’t know what to anticipate, but Paul immediately put me at ease. Paul made himself available; he is knowledgeable and caring. He instilled confidence and trust. He helped me prioritize and addressed all of my pressing inquiries. He seemed to be concerned about my interests and did not try to impose anything on me and he allowed me to work at my own pace, because of this I feel more in control of my situation. Connecting with Wings for Widows and meeting Paul has been a wonderful godsend in my life, especially while going through such a painful experience. I am forever grateful.
Paul was a blessing! I was nervous and anxious before our first meeting because I didn’t know what to anticipate, but Paul immediately put me at ease. Paul made himself available; he is knowledgeable and caring. He instilled confidence and trust. He helped me prioritize and addressed all of my pressing inquiries. He seemed to be concerned about my interests and did not try to impose anything on me and he allowed me to work at my own pace, because of this I feel more in control of my situation. Connecting with Wings for Widows and meeting Paul has been a wonderful godsend in my life, especially while going through such a painful experience. I am forever grateful.
As the workbook says navigating uncharted waters. So very true! I knew what I knew and very soon in the process of healing after loss I was discovering there was a lot I didn’t know. Wings for Widows was exactly what I wanted/needed. Using the workbook as the guide for our sessions, Gary with his knowledge, professional commitment, and friendship provided me an invaluable experience. I am truly privileged & blessed to have had the opportunity to work with Gary and Wings for Widows.
As the workbook says navigating uncharted waters. So very true! I knew what I knew and very soon in the process of healing after loss I was discovering there was a lot I didn’t know. Wings for Widows was exactly what I wanted/needed. Using the workbook as the guide for our sessions, Gary with his knowledge, professional commitment, and friendship provided me an invaluable experience. I am truly privileged & blessed to have had the opportunity to work with Gary and Wings for Widows.
Wings for Widows enabled me to tackle “financial affairs” that I really dreaded after my husband passed away! I couldn’t have handled the heavy burden without their extremely useful workbook and expertise in counseling. I also love how compassionate and willing they are to help us widows in every way. Thank you! You really live up to your name and mission!
Wings for Widows enabled me to tackle “financial affairs” that I really dreaded after my husband passed away! I couldn’t have handled the heavy burden without their extremely useful workbook and expertise in counseling. I also love how compassionate and willing they are to help us widows in every way. Thank you! You really live up to your name and mission!
It is difficult to find the words to express my gratitude for what Wings for Widows, and in particular, Alan Goldfarb, has done for me. After my husband of 40 years passed, together with the intense pain and grief, I was completely overwhelmed by all the practical things that needed to be taken of. I had no idea how to deal with all the financial and administrative affairs my husband had always taken care of, and felt truly “lost at sea.” I can’t begin to describe how much I have appreciated the kindness and invaluable help from Alan. He guided me through these uncharted waters and brought hope and stability and the reassurance that I would be okay. He was gentle and compassionate as he walked this unfamiliar journey with me, step by step at my pace, answering all my questions so patiently and explaining everything so clearly and simply. I could feel the fog lifting and finally I could breathe again. My confidence returned and a weight lifted off my shoulders as my affairs came into order. Your manual we worked through is outstanding, and I continue to look back through it as a reminder. Alan was my “angel”, a gift from God, in the most painful and traumatic time of my life. I will never forget his kindness in giving up his time to guide me on this journey. Thank you, Alan, and thank you to all those at Wings for Widows, for taking such good care of me.
It is difficult to find the words to express my gratitude for what Wings for Widows, and in particular, Alan Goldfarb, has done for me. After my husband of 40 years passed, together with the intense pain and grief, I was completely overwhelmed by all the practical things that needed to be taken of. I had no idea how to deal with all the financial and administrative affairs my husband had always taken care of, and felt truly “lost at sea.” I can’t begin to describe how much I have appreciated the kindness and invaluable help from Alan. He guided me through these uncharted waters and brought hope and stability and the reassurance that I would be okay. He was gentle and compassionate as he walked this unfamiliar journey with me, step by step at my pace, answering all my questions so patiently and explaining everything so clearly and simply. I could feel the fog lifting and finally I could breathe again. My confidence returned and a weight lifted off my shoulders as my affairs came into order. Your manual we worked through is outstanding, and I continue to look back through it as a reminder. Alan was my “angel”, a gift from God, in the most painful and traumatic time of my life. I will never forget his kindness in giving up his time to guide me on this journey. Thank you, Alan, and thank you to all those at Wings for Widows, for taking such good care of me.
I am so grateful to this organization and my financial [coach] for all the help. Now that I no longer have a partner to make these important decisions with, things like finances can seem extremely overwhelming. But, with the help of my [coach] I was able to make the choices I know will be best for myself and my children. I truly appreciate all the hard work, patience, and understanding from both Jeff [coach] and the Wings for Widows team.
I am so grateful to this organization and my financial [coach] for all the help. Now that I no longer have a partner to make these important decisions with, things like finances can seem extremely overwhelming. But, with the help of my [coach] I was able to make the choices I know will be best for myself and my children. I truly appreciate all the hard work, patience, and understanding from both Jeff [coach] and the Wings for Widows team.
Don helped me so much in so many ways. I had several huge decisions to make and with his guidance plus the workbook, I am in the process of moving forward and securing our financial future. I have an adult son with special needs who is the top priority and I am hopeful that the plan I am working on for him with be the best one possible.
Don helped me so much in so many ways. I had several huge decisions to make and with his guidance plus the workbook, I am in the process of moving forward and securing our financial future. I have an adult son with special needs who is the top priority and I am hopeful that the plan I am working on for him with be the best one possible.
Working with Robert was great. He answered all my questions and listened to all my concerns. He made me feel that that no question was a stupid question and it was just nice to be able to throw some thoughts off of someone else when I needed to make some large purchases for the maintenance of my house.
Working with Robert was great. He answered all my questions and listened to all my concerns. He made me feel that that no question was a stupid question and it was just nice to be able to throw some thoughts off of someone else when I needed to make some large purchases for the maintenance of my house.
This program is a very useful tool to steer a widow or widower in the right direction to cover all aspects of financial matters and gain confidence. I am fortunate to have already been in good shape with my affairs, and I can only imagine how much this would help someone who is not aware of what to do next wonderful program for all ages of widows or widowers. Thank you!
This program is a very useful tool to steer a widow or widower in the right direction to cover all aspects of financial matters and gain confidence. I am fortunate to have already been in good shape with my affairs, and I can only imagine how much this would help someone who is not aware of what to do next wonderful program for all ages of widows or widowers. Thank you!
The financial advisor I was paired with was extremely knowledgeable. He took the time to learn about my husband and our lives together. That meant so much to me.
The financial advisor I was paired with was extremely knowledgeable. He took the time to learn about my husband and our lives together. That meant so much to me.
I wish I had found Wings for Widows earlier in my process. What I gained from the financial coaching gave me hope and confidence when I was in the middle of grief and confused. Every funeral home and other institutions should be aware of this organization and advise those of us who are suffering in so many ways. Thank You Wings for Widows!
I wish I had found Wings for Widows earlier in my process. What I gained from the financial coaching gave me hope and confidence when I was in the middle of grief and confused. Every funeral home and other institutions should be aware of this organization and advise those of us who are suffering in so many ways. Thank You Wings for Widows!
The financial coaching provided by Wings for Widows was very beneficial to me. My financial coach was knowledgeable and helped me navigate my personal financial situation and show me options I had not thought of.
The financial coaching provided by Wings for Widows was very beneficial to me. My financial coach was knowledgeable and helped me navigate my personal financial situation and show me options I had not thought of.
Definitely worth the time to work with someone who can help.
Definitely worth the time to work with someone who can help.
This was a transformative experience! I’m beyond grateful to have had this opportunity. I can’t say enough good things about my coach. During the worst year of my life, this experience has been such a incredible gift.
This was a transformative experience! I’m beyond grateful to have had this opportunity. I can’t say enough good things about my coach. During the worst year of my life, this experience has been such a incredible gift.
This has been a wonderful resource in my time of need.
This has been a wonderful resource in my time of need.
Wings for Widows goes over a lot of information that I did not even think of. It gave me the tools I need to feel financially secure now and in the future.
Wings for Widows goes over a lot of information that I did not even think of. It gave me the tools I need to feel financially secure now and in the future.
I highly recommend Wings for Widows. They help you “put your ducks in order.” I will continue to use the book as a resource. Thank you for coming along side us in our time of need.
I highly recommend Wings for Widows. They help you “put your ducks in order.” I will continue to use the book as a resource. Thank you for coming along side us in our time of need.
This is a great program for newly widowed individuals. I stumbled upon it while reading the comments section of an article related to estate and retirement planning. Please advertise more broadly so that new widows can find it easily. Thank you for your support!
This is a great program for newly widowed individuals. I stumbled upon it while reading the comments section of an article related to estate and retirement planning. Please advertise more broadly so that new widows can find it easily. Thank you for your support!
Wings for widows is a great resource to help when our world is in pieces.
Wings for widows is a great resource to help when our world is in pieces.
Paul was a blessing! I was nervous and anxious before our first meeting because I didn’t know what to anticipate, but Paul immediately put me at ease. Paul made himself available; he is knowledgeable and caring. He instilled confidence and trust. He helped me prioritize and addressed all of my pressing inquiries. He seemed to be concerned about my interests and did not try to impose anything on me and he allowed me to work at my own pace, because of this I feel more in control of my situation. Connecting with Wings for Widows and meeting Paul has been a wonderful godsend in my life, especially while going through such a painful experience. I am forever grateful.
Paul was a blessing! I was nervous and anxious before our first meeting because I didn’t know what to anticipate, but Paul immediately put me at ease. Paul made himself available; he is knowledgeable and caring. He instilled confidence and trust. He helped me prioritize and addressed all of my pressing inquiries. He seemed to be concerned about my interests and did not try to impose anything on me and he allowed me to work at my own pace, because of this I feel more in control of my situation. Connecting with Wings for Widows and meeting Paul has been a wonderful godsend in my life, especially while going through such a painful experience. I am forever grateful.
As the workbook says navigating uncharted waters. So very true! I knew what I knew and very soon in the process of healing after loss I was discovering there was a lot I didn’t know. Wings for Widows was exactly what I wanted/needed. Using the workbook as the guide for our sessions, Gary with his knowledge, professional commitment, and friendship provided me an invaluable experience. I am truly privileged & blessed to have had the opportunity to work with Gary and Wings for Widows.
As the workbook says navigating uncharted waters. So very true! I knew what I knew and very soon in the process of healing after loss I was discovering there was a lot I didn’t know. Wings for Widows was exactly what I wanted/needed. Using the workbook as the guide for our sessions, Gary with his knowledge, professional commitment, and friendship provided me an invaluable experience. I am truly privileged & blessed to have had the opportunity to work with Gary and Wings for Widows.
Wings for Widows enabled me to tackle “financial affairs” that I really dreaded after my husband passed away! I couldn’t have handled the heavy burden without their extremely useful workbook and expertise in counseling. I also love how compassionate and willing they are to help us widows in every way. Thank you! You really live up to your name and mission!
Wings for Widows enabled me to tackle “financial affairs” that I really dreaded after my husband passed away! I couldn’t have handled the heavy burden without their extremely useful workbook and expertise in counseling. I also love how compassionate and willing they are to help us widows in every way. Thank you! You really live up to your name and mission!
It is difficult to find the words to express my gratitude for what Wings for Widows, and in particular, Alan Goldfarb, has done for me. After my husband of 40 years passed, together with the intense pain and grief, I was completely overwhelmed by all the practical things that needed to be taken of. I had no idea how to deal with all the financial and administrative affairs my husband had always taken care of, and felt truly “lost at sea.” I can’t begin to describe how much I have appreciated the kindness and invaluable help from Alan. He guided me through these uncharted waters and brought hope and stability and the reassurance that I would be okay. He was gentle and compassionate as he walked this unfamiliar journey with me, step by step at my pace, answering all my questions so patiently and explaining everything so clearly and simply. I could feel the fog lifting and finally I could breathe again. My confidence returned and a weight lifted off my shoulders as my affairs came into order. Your manual we worked through is outstanding, and I continue to look back through it as a reminder. Alan was my “angel”, a gift from God, in the most painful and traumatic time of my life. I will never forget his kindness in giving up his time to guide me on this journey. Thank you, Alan, and thank you to all those at Wings for Widows, for taking such good care of me.
It is difficult to find the words to express my gratitude for what Wings for Widows, and in particular, Alan Goldfarb, has done for me. After my husband of 40 years passed, together with the intense pain and grief, I was completely overwhelmed by all the practical things that needed to be taken of. I had no idea how to deal with all the financial and administrative affairs my husband had always taken care of, and felt truly “lost at sea.” I can’t begin to describe how much I have appreciated the kindness and invaluable help from Alan. He guided me through these uncharted waters and brought hope and stability and the reassurance that I would be okay. He was gentle and compassionate as he walked this unfamiliar journey with me, step by step at my pace, answering all my questions so patiently and explaining everything so clearly and simply. I could feel the fog lifting and finally I could breathe again. My confidence returned and a weight lifted off my shoulders as my affairs came into order. Your manual we worked through is outstanding, and I continue to look back through it as a reminder. Alan was my “angel”, a gift from God, in the most painful and traumatic time of my life. I will never forget his kindness in giving up his time to guide me on this journey. Thank you, Alan, and thank you to all those at Wings for Widows, for taking such good care of me.
I am so grateful to this organization and my financial [coach] for all the help. Now that I no longer have a partner to make these important decisions with, things like finances can seem extremely overwhelming. But, with the help of my [coach] I was able to make the choices I know will be best for myself and my children. I truly appreciate all the hard work, patience, and understanding from both Jeff [coach] and the Wings for Widows team.
I am so grateful to this organization and my financial [coach] for all the help. Now that I no longer have a partner to make these important decisions with, things like finances can seem extremely overwhelming. But, with the help of my [coach] I was able to make the choices I know will be best for myself and my children. I truly appreciate all the hard work, patience, and understanding from both Jeff [coach] and the Wings for Widows team.
Don helped me so much in so many ways. I had several huge decisions to make and with his guidance plus the workbook, I am in the process of moving forward and securing our financial future. I have an adult son with special needs who is the top priority and I am hopeful that the plan I am working on for him with be the best one possible.
Don helped me so much in so many ways. I had several huge decisions to make and with his guidance plus the workbook, I am in the process of moving forward and securing our financial future. I have an adult son with special needs who is the top priority and I am hopeful that the plan I am working on for him with be the best one possible.
Working with Robert was great. He answered all my questions and listened to all my concerns. He made me feel that that no question was a stupid question and it was just nice to be able to throw some thoughts off of someone else when I needed to make some large purchases for the maintenance of my house.
Working with Robert was great. He answered all my questions and listened to all my concerns. He made me feel that that no question was a stupid question and it was just nice to be able to throw some thoughts off of someone else when I needed to make some large purchases for the maintenance of my house.
This program is a very useful tool to steer a widow or widower in the right direction to cover all aspects of financial matters and gain confidence. I am fortunate to have already been in good shape with my affairs, and I can only imagine how much this would help someone who is not aware of what to do next wonderful program for all ages of widows or widowers. Thank you!
This program is a very useful tool to steer a widow or widower in the right direction to cover all aspects of financial matters and gain confidence. I am fortunate to have already been in good shape with my affairs, and I can only imagine how much this would help someone who is not aware of what to do next wonderful program for all ages of widows or widowers. Thank you!
The financial advisor I was paired with was extremely knowledgeable. He took the time to learn about my husband and our lives together. That meant so much to me.
The financial advisor I was paired with was extremely knowledgeable. He took the time to learn about my husband and our lives together. That meant so much to me.
I wish I had found Wings for Widows earlier in my process. What I gained from the financial coaching gave me hope and confidence when I was in the middle of grief and confused. Every funeral home and other institutions should be aware of this organization and advise those of us who are suffering in so many ways. Thank You Wings for Widows!
I wish I had found Wings for Widows earlier in my process. What I gained from the financial coaching gave me hope and confidence when I was in the middle of grief and confused. Every funeral home and other institutions should be aware of this organization and advise those of us who are suffering in so many ways. Thank You Wings for Widows!
The financial coaching provided by Wings for Widows was very beneficial to me. My financial coach was knowledgeable and helped me navigate my personal financial situation and show me options I had not thought of.
The financial coaching provided by Wings for Widows was very beneficial to me. My financial coach was knowledgeable and helped me navigate my personal financial situation and show me options I had not thought of.
Definitely worth the time to work with someone who can help.
Definitely worth the time to work with someone who can help.
This was a transformative experience! I’m beyond grateful to have had this opportunity. I can’t say enough good things about my coach. During the worst year of my life, this experience has been such a incredible gift.
This was a transformative experience! I’m beyond grateful to have had this opportunity. I can’t say enough good things about my coach. During the worst year of my life, this experience has been such a incredible gift.
This has been a wonderful resource in my time of need.
This has been a wonderful resource in my time of need.
Wings for Widows goes over a lot of information that I did not even think of. It gave me the tools I need to feel financially secure now and in the future.
Wings for Widows goes over a lot of information that I did not even think of. It gave me the tools I need to feel financially secure now and in the future.
I highly recommend Wings for Widows. They help you “put your ducks in order.” I will continue to use the book as a resource. Thank you for coming along side us in our time of need.
I highly recommend Wings for Widows. They help you “put your ducks in order.” I will continue to use the book as a resource. Thank you for coming along side us in our time of need.