Name: The First Noel: A Mother's Journey Through Pain, Loss and Healing
Author: Trinity Brown

Question 1

What is the Noel Alexandria Foundation?

Accepted Answer

The Noel Alexandria Foundation (NAF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2018 by Trinity Brown. NAF is dedicated to raising awareness and breaking the silence on pregnancy and infant loss. The foundation provides free educational, emotional, and financial resources to families affected by stillbirth, miscarriage, fetal demise, and infant death, serving families in California and nationwide across 4+ states.

Question 2

How does the Noel Alexandria Foundation support families affected by pregnancy and infant loss?

Accepted Answer

NAF supports bereaved families through multiple programs: comfort kits delivered to hospitals containing memory boxes, journals, and resource guides; The Silent Cry Support Group for grief counseling; the annual Running with the Angels 5K event; educational scholarships; community outreach and behavioral health services; and the S.P.A. (Serving Parents of Angels) team that provides direct outreach and ongoing emotional support.

Question 3

What is pregnancy and infant loss awareness month?

Accepted Answer

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, recognized nationally to honor the memory of babies lost to miscarriage, stillbirth, SIDS, and other causes. The Noel Alexandria Foundation hosts its annual Running with the Angels 5K each October to raise awareness and support families. One in four women will experience pregnancy or infant loss in their lifetime.

Question 4

How can I get support after a miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss?

Accepted Answer

The Noel Alexandria Foundation offers free support through The Silent Cry Support Group, which meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 6:30 PM. You can also receive a comfort kit through participating hospitals, access community resources, or contact NAF directly at info@noelalexandriafoundation.org or 661-379-7162. NAF serves families nationwide and provides support in multiple languages.

Question 5

How can I donate to or volunteer with a pregnancy and infant loss nonprofit?

Accepted Answer

You can donate to the Noel Alexandria Foundation through their secure Donorbox page at donorbox.org/naf-donation. Volunteer opportunities include comfort kit assembly, 5K event support, support group facilitation, community outreach, fundraising events, and joining the S.P.A. (Serving Parents of Angels) team. Contact info@noelalexandriafoundation.org to get involved.

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Running with the Angels 5K

9th Annual — 2026