In loving memory of Corrice G. Stevens
He was known for his hugs — the kind that made people feel seen, safe, and loved.
Now, in his honor, we’re launching a movement to extend that same comfort to widows in their first year of loss. Every widow deserves to be seen, soothed, and supported in her first year of grief. Let’s wrap her in care—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

💔 Why This Matters

The first year of widowhood is filled with ache and adjustment. From practical burdens to emotional silence, many women face it alone — especially Black women widows who are often unseen and underserved in grief spaces.

First Year Covered was created to change that.

We deliver thoughtfully curated care boxes to any widows within their first 12 months of loss — not just with beautiful items, but with meaning:

A weighted blanket that comforts when no one’s arms are around
A 22-week devotional (Deep Calls to Deep) with space to grieve honestly while connecting with God
A journaling set to release unspoken sorrow
Faith-based encouragement, personalized touches, and follow-up care from real people who understand

“You are still covered. You are still seen. You are not alone.”

🤝 How you can help

We’ve created multiple giving tiers — from $25 to $200+ — so you can join in this mission no matter your capacity. Whether you sponsor a full box, contribute to wellness items, or support follow-up visits and encouragement, your gift makes a tangible difference in a widow’s journey.

PLEASE CONSIDER GIVING A MONTHLY GIFT

Whether you know a widow personally or want to help us be ready for the next woman entering this difficult season, your support is both appreciated and right on time. Studies show that nearly 70% of married women will experience widowhood—and not just at an older age. Many women are widowed earlier in life, too.

Your gift today ensures that when grief comes, we’re already prepared to meet her with care—not just sympathy.

💛 Even a single act of care can begin to restore rhythm, rebuild identity, and remind her of her worth.

🎁 What’s In a Box (and Beyond)

Each donation tier contributes to a specific form of care:

Sacred Tears – $25 – Journeying Through Grief 4 booklet set handkerchief + Scripture & Affirmation card set
Sacred Pause – $50 -– A 22-week devotional (Deep Calls to Deep) + Journal & pen + First Year Covered water bottle
Restoring Rhythm – $70 – Deep Calls to Deep devotional (STM original) + 1YC water bottle + daily rhythms restoration guides + sleep mask + journal & pen
Held & Healing – $90 – Weighted Blanket (core comfort) + sleep mask + 1YC mug + herbal teas
Lifted Load Tier – $100 – DoorDash and Visa gift cards to offset costs for meals, groceries, and personal needs
Half Box Sponsor – $100 – Covers half the cost of a full First Year Covered care package
Full Box Sponsor – $200 – Covers the full cost of a curated, personalized care package and initial follow-up
One Year Covered – $300 – Full Box + Divine Edentity Vol 1 (30-week devotional) + extended 52-week support (virtual/in-person check-ins, first year transition guidance, community integration support, and prayer visits

🕊️ All gifts are tax-deductible through She Turned Ministries, Inc.

✨ What Happens When You Give

Your donation doesn’t just ship a package — it sends a message:

✔️ You matter
✔️ You are not forgotten
✔️ You are still worthy of care
✔️ You are not walking through this alone

For many widows, this is the first gift they receive that acknowledges their pain. It’s not a generic sympathy basket — it’s a guided invitation back to hope, faith, and rest.

This becomes the first step in their healing journey.

🕊️ Honoring a Legacy of Love

This campaign is named in honor of my deceased husband — a man whose hugs carried healing, whose laughter welcomed others, and whose heart made space for anyone who needed it.

Before he passed, his greatest desire was for every person to know that God sees them and loves them. He would have been the first to hug a widow and whisper, “You’re not forgotten.”

Now we carry that love forward — from his arms to theirs — and we invite you to join us in wrapping another widow in grace.

❤️ Ready to Hug a Widow?

Whether you give $25 or $300, you are participating in the kind of compassion that can change a life.
Help us reach our goal and remind each widow:

"You are still covered. You are still seen. You are not alone."

👉 Give now.
🕊️ Honor a loved one.
🎁 Sponsor a box.
💌 Spread the word.

Hug a Widow: Help Us Cover First-Year Widows

Your gift delivers comfort, care, and connection