We know first hand that the holiday season is a challenging time for all of us grieving. It can be filled with reminders of loved ones and traditions that may feel difficult to continue. We believe we are better together, and being amongst a community that “GETS IT” during this timeframe can offer a bit […]

Gloves for Grief is excited to announce our Fall Kickoff and next outdoor event in partnership with the Hope 4 Grief Ministry at Saddleback Church. On November 2nd, we offer a morning in the park to “Punch your Pain into Purpose”. This will be an action-packed morning of shadow boxing and bag work followed by […]

The Forever Footprints Walk to Remember is an annual event Hosted by Forever Footprints. It is an opportunity for parents, siblings, loved ones, and friends to walk in remembrance of their children and to celebrate their lives, no matter how long or short. There is still time to Register. Click here for more details. 7:00 […]

Michelle Montgomery is a dedicated advocate for those navigating grief and loss, channeling her own experiences into impactful service. As a Certified Grief Educator trained by renowned Grief Expert David Kessler, Michelle combines her expertise in the grieving process with her certification as an Integrative Aromatherapist. She is the founder of Botanical Blends and Balance, […]

Are you passionate about helping others? Do you have a heart for grief, and looking for a deeper way to get involved ? Join our team at Gloves For Grief and become a beacon of hope for individuals and families navigating the journey of grief. Why Volunteer with Us? Current Volunteer Opportunities Available: SEE OPEN […]

Gloves For Grief is excited to announce the launch of our Summer Sendoff event. On September 14th, we offer a morning to “Punch your Pain into Purpose”. We are grateful to the Orangewood Foundation & Samueli Academy for opening up their amazing Gymnasium & Facility to us. Learn more about Samueli Academy & What they […]

Gloves for Grief is thrilled to announce our partnership with Rudy’s Christmas Trees for a day of community spirit and baseball at our nonprofit tailgate event on Sunday, 7/28. Bring your family and friends to enjoy a day filled with food, music, games, and an exciting baseball game. Join us as we watch the Angels […]

My name is Aracely. I’m just a girl navigating through life the best way she can, looking for the joys of life through a different lens.  Since I was a young girl, I knew I wanted to work with children. My path took different directions until I got to college. I hold a B.S. in […]

Grief is a complex emotion that touches all of our lives at some point. As parents, our instinct is often to shield our children from pain and discomfort. We want to protect them, to fix things, and to keep their world as safe and happy as possible. However, when grief enters our lives, whether through […]

In honor of our Gloves for Grieving Men event hosted on 6/15/24, we want to share a beautiful resource tool created by our Director of Communication and Outreach Angel Frank in collaboration with Empty Arms. Men are raised to be protectors, so many hide their emotions while grieving to avoid the stereotype of appearing weak […]

Cheryl Baker was born in St. Louis, Missouri into a military family. Growing up, she lived in Kentucky, New York Texas, Portugal, Japan and England. John and Cheryl met at the University of Missouri at St. Louis, and married two years later. They raised a son and daughter who gave them five amazing grandchildren. In […]