THE HIVE
Welcome to The Hive - a grief community for children that have lost a parent or sibling.
Providing Community and Support for Families with Grieving Children
"Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ."
Galations 6:2 (NIV)
Bereaved children are
175% more likely
to develop Substance Use Disorder in adulthood
Judi’s House (2025). Childhood bereavement estimation model. https://judishouse.org/researchtools/cbem/
Bereaved youth are
2x more likely
to experience significant challenges at home
Judi’s House (2025). Childhood bereavement estimation model. https://judishouse.org/researchtools/cbem/
The Buzz Behind The Name
While originally something depressing like "Kids of Widowed Parents," the founders knew their name could improve but failed to find anything creative or inspiring. Melinda went on a retreat for widows raising kids. Someone that never met her and didn't know any of her story, read a letter to her. It spoke of her being God's honeybee pollinating others with His love. The letter explained that honey is made by a group of bees that have a hive, water, pollen and nectar. They work together (and not alone). New honey crops come after winter- a hard, cold season.
Thus came the inspiration for The Hive. We can't walk through grief alone. We need community and we need resources. It is a long and hard season. But healing comes when we join together.
Join Us
Give grieving kids a community where they're not alone
