Modern Widows Club

As the Founder and President at Modern Widows Club, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and 509(a)(2) public health charity organization that serves to empower women and families in widowhood to lean into life, build resilience and release their potential to make a positive difference in society, I leverage my skills in creative direction, leadership and dyslexic thinking to raise awareness, funds, and partnerships for our cause of great social significance. With over 14 years of experience in leading and mentoring widows, I am passionate about transforming personal tragedy into a global movement of empowerment and advocacy. Modern Widows Club is at the forefront of championing a comprehensive and well-rounded movement aimed at promoting holistic well-being among widows. Through our initiatives, we are advancing crucial support systems, innovative solutions, and pioneering research tailored specifically to empower widows. I am also a TEDx speaker, an author, and a podcast host, sharing my insights and stories on how to support and comfort someone going through grief, how to inspire, connect, and lead as a widow, and how to honor the legacies of legendary widows throughout history. My TEDx talk has been featured on TED.com, reaching international viewers and sparking conversations on this often overlooked topic. My books and podcast have received rave reviews and accolades, inspiring and empowering widow mentors, leaders and advocates to thrive. I aim to reshape the narrative of widowhood, increase social awareness, and foster a deeper understanding of this aspect of life. My books, Inspire, Connect, Lead: Empowering Your Widow Mentoring & Leadership Gifts and Legendary Widows: Stories of Legacy are revolutionizing widow leadership and highlight how to best advance the need for widows to be seen as women who have renewed themselves as pioneers, trailblazers, compassionate leaders, honorable philanthropists, vow keepers, and pillars of womanhood. "Promise made, promise kept, promise honored." Featured on Psychology Today, NPR, CBS Sunday Morning, Oprah Winfrey Show, WSJ, Mt. Sinai Road To Resilience Podcast, Orlando Sentinel and AARP The Ethel. At Modern Widows Club, we envision and work toward a time when widows are seen as a vital part of their family, their work, and their community. My remarkable journey is a testament to the transformative power of resilience, compassion, and determination. Learn more about our HOPE HEAL GROW®️healthy widowhood pathway courses at modernwidowsclub.org and WIDOW LIFE Publication at https://modernwidowsclub.substack.com

Megan is passionate about helping caregivers & widows find financial security and freedom to live fulfilling lives supported through planning and investing. Her experience as a former math teacher, wife, mom, widow, solo parent, caregiver, medical advocate, business owner, and feminist gives her unique perspectives on integrating money with life values. Megan is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and Registered Life Planner; her personal, professional, and altruistic mission combine into her service of widows. She has two grown children whom she cherishes. Spending time with her children, Bruce, a second mate in the maritime industry, and Jaden, who is currently studying to become a commercial pilot, brings Megan joy. Megan co-founded the Cape Fear Community of the Modern Widows Club (MWC) in May 2020 and served as their community advocate until December 2023. She also served on the Golden Committee for the National Modern Widows Club. Today, Megan serves as the Board Chair for MWC. Megan enjoys Salsa and Bachata, reading, being outdoors, and traveling.