named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Afterlife Science Research
Supports and disseminates scientific research on near-death experiences, mediumship, reincarnation, electronic voice phenomena, and other evidence for the survival of consciousness after death.
Recommended Books Program
Curates and promotes a collection of books on grief, consciousness, and the afterlife to educate the public and support personal exploration of life after death.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Grief Support Groups and Counseling 2 activities
- Provision of resources and support for the bereavedProvides a resource list of certified mediums, educational materials, a workbook titled "Love Knows No Death: A Workbook For Transforming Grief," an audio meditation titled "In the Light – I’m Still Here!," and a video course to support individuals coping with grief and preparing for medium sessions.
- Weekend grief retreatsOrganizes in-person weekend grief retreats limited to 50 attendees, offering access to grief professionals, certified mediums, and metaphysical practitioners. Programming includes small group sessions, general presentations, and healing activities designed to help participants connect with deceased loved ones and process grief.
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Funding through book salesFunds organizational activities through the receipt of all profits from the sales of books such as "The Medium Explosion" and "My LIFE: Here and There," which are directed to the Forever Family Foundation to support its programs.
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Podcast and Radio Production 1 activity
- Signs of Life Radio programmingProduces and hosts a weekly live radio show, Signs of Life Radio, every Thursday at 8 PM Eastern Time since 2005, with over 900 episodes produced. The program includes recurring monthly segments featuring certified mediums, scientists, and researchers discussing afterlife topics, spirit connections, and personal non-physical experiences, and offers live call-in participation via a free mobile app.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Medium Evaluation Certification ProgramConducts science-based evaluations of mediums' ability to communicate with the deceased under controlled conditions using a composite scoring system across multiple sittings; issues a seal of proficiency to those who demonstrate high accuracy. The program has certified 27 mediums since 2005 and offers evaluations remotely via webcam technology, at no cost to participants.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$271K
Contributions & grants$65K24%
Program service revenue$174K64%
Investment income$14K5%
Other revenue$18K
expenses
Total expenses$221K
Program expenses81%
Admin / overhead19%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$661K
Cash$651K
Investments$0
Liabilities$132K
Net assets$529K
Liquid reserves35.3 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -14.0%
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- BBS Radio Partner — Platform partner for broadcasting Signs of Life Radio on over 90 stations worldwide, including iHeartRadio.
- Bob Ginsberg Partner — Co-founder of Forever Family Foundation in 2004.
- Bob Ginsberg Partner — Host and publisher of the "Signs of Life" radio program produced by the foundation.
- Carly Simon Partner — Collaborates with musician Carly Simon on the song "Life Is Eternal" to support grief healing.
- Dr. Betty Kovacs Government — Sits on the Academic Advisory Board of Forever Family Foundation.
- Dr. Piero Calvi-Parisetti Partner — Collaborated with Forever Family Foundation to create the workbook and video course "Love Knows No Death".
- Forever Family Foundation Certified Mediums Network — Network of mediums certified by Forever Family Foundation based on demonstrated evidential mediumship abilities and alignment with organizational values.
- Forever Family Foundation Certified Mediums Partner — Collaborates with certified mediums to facilitate spiritual connections during grief retreats.
- Janet Mayer Partner — Certified Medium and member of the Medium Advisory Board of Forever Family Foundation.
- John E. Mack Institute Partner — Collaborates with researchers affiliated with the John E. Mack Institute, including through prior leadership roles in its research programs.
- Leslie Kean Partner — Referred for additional information on mediumship, indicating a professional or collaborative association.
- Netflix Partner — Featured in the Netflix series Surviving Death, highlighting the foundation's work on consciousness and mediumship.
- Phran Ginsberg Partner — Co-founder and creator of all Forever Family Foundation services and programs until her passing in 2020.
- Victor Zammit Partner — Collaborated on a presentation about mediumship.
- Windbridge Certified Research Medium Partner — Recognizes certification from Windbridge as part of its alternative pathway for medium certification.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Experiential and Community-Based Spiritual Connectionmethodology: spiritual_connection_through_mediumshipBy facilitating small-group retreats and direct mediumship experiences in a supportive setting, we deepen participants' sense of connection to deceased loved ones because immersive, communal experiences enhance emotional healing and spiritual validation.
- Integration of Science and Spirituality to Support Griefmethodology: science-spirituality_integrationBy combining scientific research on consciousness with spiritual perspectives and experiential practices, we help the bereaved find comfort and meaning because this dual approach validates both emotional experience and rational inquiry.
- Media and Public Education for Awareness and Discernmentmethodology: public_education_on_mediumshipBy using radio programming and public education to disseminate evidence and teach evaluation skills, we empower individuals to distinguish authentic mediumship and understand grief because informed engagement leads to healthier spiritual exploration.
- Science-Based Validation of Mediumshipmethodology: scientific_validation_of_mediumshipBy applying controlled, blinded scientific protocols to evaluate mediumship claims, we verify their authenticity and accuracy because empirical rigor increases credibility and distinguishes genuine phenomena from chance or fraud.
- Survival of Consciousness as Foundational Beliefmethodology: survival_of_consciousnessBy conducting and promoting research that supports the survival of consciousness after death, we generate a knowledge base that enables spiritual continuity and transforms grief because belief in ongoing connection reduces psychological suffering.