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RESEARCH and FINDINGS Working to understand the effect of loss on children
The New York Life Foundation commissions and collaborates on research about childhood education and the impact of loss.
Bereavement and education research
To better understand the effect that loss has on children, the New York Life Foundation has conducted a series of polling initiatives. You can find detailed breakdowns of our research, as well as summaries of key findings.
2024
New York Life Foundation 2024 State of Grief Report
2022
New York Life Foundation 2022 State of Grief Report
New York Life Foundation 2022 Grief Survey Topline Results
2021
New York Life Foundation 2021 State of Grief Report
New York Life Foundation 2021 Grief Survey Topline Results
2020
2020 AFT/ NYLF Educator Study: Key Findings
2017
New York Life Grief Survey: Key Findings
2012
American Federation of Teachers/New York Life Foundation First-Ever Bereavement Survey
2011
80%
of Americans have experienced the loss of a close friend or relative – however, only 46% knew where in their community to turn for help.
25%
of children who had lost a parent said that their school was well prepared to help them.
68%
of people said it would have been easier to cope with their grief if society were more open to talking about death and loss.
43%
of Americans have taken steps to prepare for their death, including purchasing life insurance.
Infographics and charts
As part of our polling and survey projects, we have compiled a series of quick infographics to help you understand the scope of our work.
Additional research
The New York Life Foundation collaborates and engages with partners to elevate our focus areas: bereavement and educational enhancement, Read about latest research and surveys in these areas.