Forever 16 Foundation

Forever 16 Foundation On March 26, 2022, our son Garrett, tragically passed away at 16. We realized that families who lose a child often feel deeply alone.

With faith, we decided we wanted to change that.

💛 July is Bereaved Parents Awareness Month. 💛Most people don’t realize this month exists, but every parent who has lost ...
07/01/2026

đź’› July is Bereaved Parents Awareness Month. đź’›

Most people don’t realize this month exists, but every parent who has lost a child does.

Grief doesn’t have a season. It doesn’t only show up on birthdays, anniversaries, or holidays. It’s there in the quiet moments, the empty chair, the milestones that should have been shared, and in the love that never ends.

If you know a bereaved parent, don’t be afraid to say their child’s name. Don’t worry about reminding them—they haven’t forgotten for a single moment. Speaking their child’s name reminds them that their precious life mattered and is still remembered.

To every parent carrying this unimaginable loss, I see you. Your love didn’t end when your child’s life did. It never will. ❤️

Please say their names. Share their stories. Remember them with us.

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03/02/2026

To the parents who wake up every morning carrying the unimaginable…
To the families learning how to breathe through grief…
To the siblings and loved ones whose hearts will never be the same…

We see you. We honor you. We remember with you.

Losing a child changes everything. Time may move forward, but love does not fade. Your child’s light, their laughter, their dreams — they are still part of your story. And your grief is not something to “get over.” It is love with nowhere to go.

At Forever 16 Foundation, we stand beside grieving families. You are not alone in your pain. This is a space where tears are understood, names are spoken, birthdays are remembered, and memories are cherished without apology.

💙It’s okay to have hard days.
💙It’s okay to smile and still miss them deeply.
💙It’s okay to speak their name.

We are here to support, to listen, and to walk this journey with you — one step, one breath, one memory at a time.

If you need someone to talk to, a community to lean on, or simply a reminder that your child will never be forgotten — we are here.

Because love is forever.
Because they are forever in our hearts.

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02/25/2026

đź’› To the Parents Who Are Missing Their Child Today đź’›

At forever16 Foundation, we see you.

We see the strength it takes to get out of bed when your heart feels shattered.
We see the quiet tears that come without warning.
We see the birthdays, the anniversaries, the ordinary days that feel anything but ordinary.

There is no timeline for grief.
There is no “moving on.”
There is only learning how to carry love and loss in the same heart.

If you are walking this road, please know:
You are not alone here.
Your child matters.
Your story matters.
Your grief matters.

This space is for you to speak their name, to share their memory, to sit in silence, or simply to breathe among others who understand. đź’«

Drop your child’s name in the comments if you’d like us to honor them today. We will say their names with you. 🤍

With love and compassion,
forever16 Foundation

You can now order our book directly from the Forever 16 Foundation website đź’›https://www.forever16foundation.org/shopWhen...
02/17/2026

You can now order our book directly from the Forever 16 Foundation website đź’›
https://www.forever16foundation.org/shop

When you purchase through our site, more of your support goes directly to helping families navigating grief. Amazon takes a large portion of each order, so this allows us to give more back to those who need it most.

Thank you for helping us bring comfort, hope, and light to grieving families.

📚 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT FROM FOREVER 16 FOUNDATION 📚We are so excited to share that Kellie (co-founder) has written a special...
02/14/2026

📚 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT FROM FOREVER 16 FOUNDATION 📚

We are so excited to share that Kellie (co-founder) has written a special children’s book in support of our mission!

This heartfelt project was created to make a difference — and we’re honored to announce that all proceeds from this book will go directly to Forever 16 Foundation.

Through our foundation, we support parents and children who have lost a beloved child in their family, walking alongside them with compassion, encouragement, and hope during unimaginable loss.

When you purchase a copy, you’re not just buying a book — you’re helping us continue to serve grieving families and remind them they are not alone. 💛

You can purchase your copy through the link below.
Thank you for being part of our mission and for helping us spread the word. Please like, share, and tag someone who would love to support this

Finding the Light Again: A Story of Love, Loss and Hope

02/14/2026
02/12/2026

Something meaningful is coming.

On March 26, 2022, our world changed forever. Through faith, we realized families who lose a child often feel deeply alone.

In a few days, we’ll be launching something close to our hearts — something designed to bring light into the darkest places.

Stay with us. 🤍

So many exciting things! Our website is now LIVE!
02/11/2026

So many exciting things! Our website is now LIVE!

Supporting grieving families through faith, compassion, and community. Learn how Forever 16 Foundation offers resources, remembrance, and hope in times of loss.

An empty chair sits where love once lingered.Valentine’s Week can make the absence feel louder.It’s okay to notice the a...
02/10/2026

An empty chair sits where love once lingered.
Valentine’s Week can make the absence feel louder.
It’s okay to notice the ache, to let your heart remember.
Even in the emptiness, God’s love is near,
holding the space with quiet comfort.

“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” — Psalm 147:3 💔

This week, honor the love that remains,
and allow yourself grace in the sorrow.

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