Jennifer Sodders is the founder and current Board President of Grief with Hope. Her passion for supporting others through grief was born from her own experience with profound loss. In 2023, Jennifer's husband passed away suddenly from a heart attack. While navigating the overwhelming pain of her grief, Jennifer became determined to find purpose through her experience and create something meaningful for others facing loss.

After her husband's passing, Jennifer sought support through various grief groups but struggled to find a space that met her needs. Many of the available options were faith-based or centered around structured curricula, while Jennifer was searching for genuine connection and peer support a place where people could simply come as they are, share their experiences, and feel understood.

That experience inspired Jennifer to create Grief with Hope, a welcoming community where individuals experiencing loss can connect with others who understand the complex emotions that accompany grief. She believes everyone deserves a safe and comfortable place to process grief without judgment, expectations, or a prescribed timeline for healing.

When Jennifer is not dedicating her time to Grief with Hope, she enjoys spending time with her family and making memories with her two sons.