- There are more than 11 million widows nationwide, with over 700,000 new widows every year.
- The majority of widows live close to the poverty line.
- 75% of widows say their church has no organized widow program providing intentional care.
Stand in the Gap for Widows
Empowering the Church to Leave No Widow Alone
The Problem
Be Part of the Solution
Join the "No Widow Alone" movement!
Stand in the Gap for Widows is a nationwide movement equipping and empowering the local church to leave “no widow alone” in our churches and communities.
When you partner with Stand in the Gap, we take care of you so you can take care of your widows. You will be locking arms with churches and organizations around the country in response to the Biblical call to “defend the widow.” The only question is…
Will you join the “No Widow Alone” movement?
Click the map to see some of the organizations that have joined our “No Widow Alone” movement.
Frequently asked questions
What do you provide to partners in the "No Widow Alone" movement?
When you decide to partner with Stand in the Gap for Widows, you have access to our Tool Kit (a step-by-step guide to caring for widows) as well as the relational support of our team (through regular check-ins and connection with a network of churches and organizations providing ministry to widows). Our goal is to provide you with the tools, support, and experience you’ll need to provide meaningful care to widows!
What is in the Tool Kit?
The Tool Kit is an online step-by-step guide to carrying out best-case practices in widows ministry. From hosting specific need-based events to providing on-going services, our Tool Kit is based on years of experience and offers all you need to get started. You can use as much or as little of it as you choose. See a preview here.
Have I seen you on YouVersion?
Yes! We have recently partnered with YouVersion to provide regular spiritual support to widows anywhere. We plan to release a new Bible reading plan, written and facilitated by widows and for widows, every two months. Follow us on YouVersion so you won’t miss a plan!
What's the Next Step?
If you are interested in providing practical support to widows in your community or church family OR if you are a widow, looking for support, please fill out the contact form below and our team will be in touch with you.
