Our Impact
"From financial crisis to confident futures—we're changing the story."
Our Impact: By the Numbers
The following graphs demonstrate the transformative impact of Wings for Widows' financial coaching program on nearly 800 participants. Using comprehensive Financial Wellness Survey data collected before and after coaching, these results illustrate how our program guides recently widowed individuals from financial uncertainty to confidence and stability. The comparative analysis provides a holistic view of participants' financial wellness journey, showcasing measurable improvements across key areas of financial health following the loss of a spouse.
From fear of homelessness to housing security and confidence!
Before financial coaching, only 15% of surveyed participants were "very" confident they could afford and remain in their current residence.
After financial coaching, 70% of surveyed participants were "very" confident they could afford and remain in their current residence.
Before our financial coaching program, half of our clients had not taken steps to protect their credit and identity. After coaching, 75% of our clients had taken the necessary steps to protect their credit and identity.
Before our financial coaching program, only 35% of clients understood the tax returns that needed to be filed the year of their spouse's death. After coaching, 75% of our clients understood which tax returns had to be filed the year of their spouse's death.
Before our financial coaching program, only 29% of clients were confident they had enough income to pay their bills each month. After coaching, 88% of clients were confident they had enough income to pay their bills each month.
Before our financial coaching program, only 33% of clients knew how to value their spouse's estate for probate purposes. After coaching, 91% of clients understood how to value their spouse's estate for probate purposes.
The Coaching Difference: Understanding Credit Reports
Before our financial coaching program, only 24% of clients had reviewed their or their spouse's credit reports.
After coaching, 78% of clients had reviewed their and/or their spouse's credit reports.
The Coaching Difference: Understanding Your Financial Situation
Before our financial coaching program, only 40% of clients had an understanding of their current financial situation.
After coaching, nearly 95% of clients understood their current financial situation.
The Coaching Difference: Having a Cash Reserve for Emergencies
Before our financial coaching program, only 34% of clients had a cash reserve for emergencies or unexpected events.
After coaching, nearly 95% of clients had a cash reserve for emergencies or unexpected events.
The Coaching Difference: Managing Income & Expenses
Before our financial coaching program, only 25% of clients used a budget to track monthly income and expenses.
After coaching, nearly 50% of clients used a budget to track monthly income and expenses.
The Coaching Difference: Managing Creditors & Debt
Before our financial coaching program, only 40% of clients had contacted their spouse's creditors to notify them of the death and update account ownership (or close accounts).
After coaching, nearly 95% of clients had contacted their spouse's creditors to notify them of the death and update account ownership (or close accounts).
our Testimonials
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!
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.
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.
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.