I have been blessed to not only become a client of Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse but as the Project Linus Coordinator for Dodge, Fond du Lac and Washington Cty WI I have been able to donate blankets for them to deliver to children in need. It is so wonderful to see so many children comforted through this service.
Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse has been a godsend for so many of us parents who have lost a child. When our son passed away there wasn't anything like this to help us through our grief. I started participating in some of their events because even 20 years later knowing others who have gone through similar losses helps. The support and friends made are one of a kind. The fact that every year Bo's remembers Brenton's birthday and they say his name means so much to me. Most of our family forgets but I know Amanda will always say his name. Thank you.
Haley reached out to me on social media and care package was sent so grateful so support during the worst heartbreak of our lives
Exceeded expectations and was thorough in their process of trygn to support my daughter and son in law as they lost their infant son, Jackson
I lost my daughter Heaven Riley Peters 10/30/2018. I was immediately told about a fb group for grieving moms, so I joined... it has been a blessing in disguise and I didn't even know it. I have met some amazing parents on the way, and I really don't know what I would have done with out Bo's love, devotion, and care. I cry every year I get a card in the mail from Bo's, remembering Heaven on her forever day, because I am so warmed that she is remembered and thought of.
This nonprofit organization is dedicated, amazing and so very caring to those who have lost a beloved child/family member! I lost my son due to poor decisions made by an impaired driver as he went to his softball game in July 2019, 5 days after he turned 22yrs old. I received a care package, out of the blue from Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse that made my grieving days SO much better! Also, their online therapy on FB is great! You can speak w/others going through the same grieving and/or help others which is fascinating, relaxing & helps you to understand you're not alone! Thank you Bo's Heavenly, Amanda & all the beautiful people who help make this nonprofit organization one of the best to be a part of even if I'm miles away! Love y'all!
Outstanding support network of caring people who help a community of grieving families in a world that doesn’t recognize this particular population as important-
This organization is incredible. It has helped my mom so much after the loss of my brother, Brennan, and provides such a valuable service and needed support to so many others who have lost children. Grateful to have this organization so close by.
I lost my baby boy in 2021. Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse has been instrumental in my healing. I love all the work they do to help families when the unthinkable happens. I will forever support this amazing organization as I would have been more lost without them.
#CoreyAlexander
The Bo William Hartwig Foundation has changed our lives. I don’t know where we would be without their support after the loss of our daughter, Bristol. They sponsored our family for Christmas, provided a spa day with other loss moms for Mother’s Day, held a grief retreat for couples, as well as a family day at a baseball game, support groups, couple’s Salmon fishing trip, and numerous other opportunities. The support we have received has given us hope for the future, allowed us to find joy again, & given us a safe space to grieve all while honoring our daughter’s beautiful life. The love & care they have given to our family is invaluable & we will be forever grateful for their organization.
My experience is brief but none the less one I want to mention. I reached out to Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse because my neighbor’s daughter died. It didn’t take long for them to be in contact with mom and dad. And I’m so grateful I reached out. They are there when the unforeseen circumstances of life happen. They are a support network for grieving families all over Wisconsin and they are so wonderful at doing it.
No one ever thinks that losing a child would be part of their life story. It’s a group I never wanted to be a part of yet here I am. I’m so grateful for Bo’s because when I was at my lowest and fighting with a funeral home over my sons bill, I found Amanda and not only did she come along side of me she took care of the funeral home. I’m grateful that if I’m in that wave of grief that all I have to do is reach out and she will be there for me to help me ride it out. Most people in my life can’t help because they have never had to walk in my shoes but Bo’s understands they are walking right next to us as we navigate this journey.
The amount of love that goes into every aspect of Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse, is phenomenal. In the midst of your sorrow, Bo’s will be there to help you and your loved ones with so many things, lots of things that most don’t even know about. The phone calls, in person meetings, grief groups, events, care packages, funeral expenses, prayers, rainbow boxes and so much more are there to help you during the most difficult of times.
I was devastated when I found out I was miscarrying our second child. Having never been through it and the first of my friends to experience it, I didn't know who to turn to. Enter Amanda and Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse. She was consistently there for me at the most random times - whenever the pain felt too heavy to bear alone. The care package my husband and I received was filled with books and things to get us through the difficult time. I can never say enough how grateful I am for this organization
Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse has been heaven sent. They reached out to me to learn about my son. I got a care box full of nice things that put a smile on my face. Also one day I was feeling down and unexpectedly received a beautiful plaque with my son’s picture, name and dates on it
This organization helped others through their pain and honor their namesake and so many other children by helping the destroyed rebuild through shared heartache. There were times in my journey that I had to make it to the meeting. That support continues to offer so many the hope that light can be seen again.
When I had suffered a loss last year, I reached out to Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse for some help. They immediately shipped out a box with resources for myself on how to grieve in a healthy way. They even made sure to send my toddler some coloring books. Without them, I don’t think I would of been able to get through those extra bad days. I am forever thankful for them!
They helped me in my darkest of days. Thank you for being so supportive and helpful. They help provide light when all I saw was darkness.
They help soooooo many people out in the community, they interact not just in person, but on social media as well!!!
Memories live on...an live on with the Help of Bos Clubhouse!!!
The things this organization is doing for families is truly amazing! For people to know they have somewhere to go to and have support and a shoulder to lean on is truly amazing. Amanda is an amazing woman who is truly making a difference in this world.
The care package that was sent to a family friend help them out tremendously while couping from the lost of their beloved son/brother. Thank you Amanda n Wayne for starting this amazing organization to help grieving families.
When I suffered a miscarriage, I was greatly struggling. Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse sent me the sweetest care package to help me cope and not feel so alone. It’s hard to put into words how amazing this organization is. Thank you, for the comfort you have brought me.
What started as a donor opportunity turned into a life long friendship and connection after we suffered the loss of a child ourselves. This organization is so many things wrapped up into one. Amazing people helping others during the most difficult times. Thank you for everything you have done for us and continue to do for the communities around us. We are so thankful for each of you and for creating this group in Bo’s honor.
Bo's has provided child loss support to a few families I told them about. The families were all very grateful.
I love this organization. They help me through one of the most difficult times of my life. Thank you for all you do to help families of child loss.
Me and my fiance lost our 2 1/2 month old son on 9/26/21 to a very rare condition called EARS2 which is a mitochondrial disease. Within 24 hours I had Amanda from Bos reaching out to me to offer her support. We have since then been big in the organization and go to pretty much every support group they have, our kids go to the kids group, And we go to all of their special events. Bos honestly helped us through our grief tremendously and I can't thank them enough. I have met so many friends that have gone through the same situations and they are like my 2nd family! ❤❤
My husband Joshua and I have been working with Amanda for two and a half years. She’s been patient enough with us to do crisis calls, respond when I needed help in the early morning hours and she’s met me personally at her office twice. We have gone through the worse of the worst but we are finally starting to see the light on the other side. Amanda is a devout Christian and it helps that thr board follows the same set of morals. I hadn’t read a Bible before my daughter died in 2019 and now I own three. Amanda’s done devotionals with me as well to get me out of hard places. I appreciate the work she pours into each of the families and how she makes us feel like we are the only one that matters. It’s so good to be seen in the madnsss of child loss. You feel like you’r losing your mind. But through God all things are possjble
We’ve been fortunate to come alongside this amazing not for profit and help volunteer our time. Although covid has held us back from volunteering lately, my husband and I will be back volunteering soon. We cannot stand by this organization enough!
In 2020 my son, Austin died and Although we were out of state that didn’t stop Amanda from checkin in on us
On January 23, 2017, I gave birth to my beautiful boy Ezekial James. He was only 24 weeks gestation when I went into labor. Unfortunately, he was not developed enough to survive. After about 12 hours he started going into multi-system organ failure. I had to make the choice to pull him off of life support. He passed away on my chest.
I spent 2.5 years looking everywhere for support. All I could ever find were general grief support groups. I tried them, but it's a different pain when you lose your child. I felt so alone, like no one else felt the pain of losing their child. One day I came across an article about Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse donating a cuddle cot to my local hospital. I looked into the non-profit to see what it was they actually did. That is when I finally found what I needed. Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse not only sent me a care package to help me in my grieving, but they also sent me a rainbow baby package for my second born boy. I started attending support groups specifically for parents whose children have died. Not only do I no longer feel alone, but I now have life long friends and people I consider as family.
Experiencing the death of your own child is not something I would wish upon even the cruelest of people. It's not a club we want people to join. But, when that kind of tragedy strikes, Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse is there. Day, night, good times, bad times, depressed times, grief waves, it doesn't matter. That's exactly the type of love and support you need. Until you go through it, you can't possibly understand the depth of pain, the abundance of love with nowhere to go, the random outbursts of anger and or tears, the triggers, the PTSD. We need these people. They are incredibley strong for creating such an organization. They are incredibley loved. No judgement, just acceptance and understanding.
On April 29th, 2021 I gave birth to my baby boy. He no longer had a heart beat and was already in the arms of Jesus. It has been a very long 4 months. Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse has been part of my healing and strength. I received a care package within a week of contacting Amanda. In the care package there were books, journals, coloring books, and gifts to help me process my thoughts and feelings. I’ve also attended a handful of support groups and with each meeting I feel more comfortable which helps me to express my fears and gain help from other mourning parents. This organization has given me peace and healing as well as the support of others who are also “weathering the storm” of child loss. I am beyond grateful for everything this group has done for me!
I lost my son Jack in July 2020. Bo’s was so supportive and caring. We received a care package, gorgeous plaque, and Christmas ornament. All these things are so meaningful after you suffer the loss of a child. I am so thankful for this wonderful organization and their daily posts on Facebook.
We volunteered for Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse Community Help Event- We recommend it! Bring your kids and let them serve it’s what it’s all about
I cannot say enough about Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse. We have received a Bo Lion,
Memorial plaque and a care package. Our daughter also received a care package to help with grieving her sisters death. We are thankful to be able to give back in some small way
We are thankful for the help that we received.
Bo’s reached out at our darkest hour. We couldn’t be more grateful.
I cannot say enough about Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse. Child loss is never something you imagine to touch your circle, let alone your own life. But it did mine in 2015, I lost my son Avery to Alobar Holoprosencephaly at 18 weeks gestation. I had no one to turn to for support. Losing my son has been the hardest thing I’ve ever had happen in my life and will continue to live with each and every day. But thanks to Bo’s I know I don’t have to do it on my own. They are there for all of the loss parents every single day, any hour of the day. They show support in so many different ways, from the group meetings, to events, to honoring our child’s angelversary & birth dates. Not only are they giving us grieving parents the much needed support, they are helping us keep our child’s memory alive. Which to a loss parent is our primary goal in continuing to love our child that passed. Thank you for seeing, hearing and loving us and our angels.
Amazing! It's a sad club to be part of, but Amanda and her helping "Angels" at Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse are amazing. Within the shortest of time, Amanda had reached out to us on behalf of our miracle man, Coen's passing. The care package they sent was uplifting for all of us left in shock and sadness. She's always checking in on us and seeing how we are handling our grief. She's truly loving proof of her own son life and his memory in the work that she does. She was put on this Earth to be a messenger to those affected by the loss of a child.
When tragedy strikes a family in a small community, all of our hearts silently break for our neighbors. This couple has taken the memory of their son to help restore the hearts of other families in his honor. It’s truly beautiful to see a family work together to make sure their son lives on through the lives of others with Gods grace. Proud of them and this organization for all that it has done and will continue to do in memoir of their beloved Bo.
I lost my son on January 8, 2019. Within probably an hour of that being made public I received a message from Amanda of Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse. She had expressed her deepest sympathies and also asked for my address so she could send me a care package. I received several messages from her over the next few weeks. I received the care package from her as well as several wonderful gifts in memory of Alec. I’m not sure where they find the strength to keep giving to families who suffer this kind of loss but it’s such a blessing.
I went one time and was so welcome and we all talked about stuff and I was wanting to go every Monday but I know got it down after I went on a Monday and nobody in there . So I ask the people behind the counter where are the rest of the people then she looked and said not tonight next Monday.
This nonprofit is amazing! This family immediately reached out to us after our daughter passed away and provided so much comfort. They sent us a beautiful memorial plaque of our daughter. They also paid for my friend’s son’s headstone when he passed away. Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse offers support and love in the most beautiful way.
When I lost my son Bo's Clubhouse was there through everything. They are the most amazing accepting people ever. Amanda had been there me day and night for almost 2 years that I have been associated with the Clubhouse. I have truly met some lifelong friends in this wonderful foundation.
Amanda and Wayne are absolutely amazing. There are not enough words to describe how grateful I am that they took what happened in their lives with their son Bo and made an organization for other parents who lost their kids. With Bo’s I’ve been able to find a family no one wants to be a part of, but so desperately needs. I didn’t feel so alone in my grief during a time when I had absolutely no one around me who was of any help. Bo’s helped breathe life back into me. Beyond that, it’s helped my oldest daughter with the loss of her brother, and my fiancé to understand what it is I deal with on a daily basis. Bo’s is a light to those of us living in the deepest darkest pit anyone could imagine. They remember my son with me, they speak his name, keeping Avery’s memory alive. From the bottom of my heart, I love Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse!
They helped me greatly when I felt alone after the loss of my son, Oaklyn. The support didn’t stop- and hasn’t since his passing 8 months ago. Love this organization and will support it 10000%.
I lost my little girl Simone at 26 months old. She had been diagnosed with cancer at 10 months old and fought for 16 months but ultimately still lost her life. She didn’t die from cancer, it was the toxic effects of the treatment that killed her.
Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse And Amanda have even wonderful.
They provide a great place to share and such caring and loving support.
When I got pregnant again after losing my baby girl they sent the sweetest gifts and probably the most valued thing we got which was an Angelcare monitor to watch over our new baby.
This nonprofit and the Hartwigs are amazing and I’m so thankful for them!
After losing a child I felt so disconnected from the world. Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse reminded me that I'm not alone. The Hartwigs have helped me so much and are always there to listen. Even if it's not at the meeting, Amanda always responds. She has been a constant rock for me and always reminds me that I'm not alone. Most of all, they show love for my Maxwell and help me keep his memory alive. I will always be greatful to the Hartwigs and the kindness and love they've shown me and my family. Thank you for being there for me when I felt so alone. And thank you for honoring my baby boy, Maxwell Thelonious Bennett.
I support Bo William Hartwig Foundation with my whole being !! The family Amanda & Wayne and family through their pain ... have reach out to others ! My family has had losses with my 6 grandchildren in heaven ! Three named Skyler, Maxwell and Noah the other three losses before able to know their gender. God has a plan but through the pain and hurt our families paths crossed. Now we are indeed a family together who struggles and shares the victories together ! I Love this family because they have helped my children through some ruff times ! I am glad brought us together YES we still hurt but the days are easy with the support of the Bo foundation ! I feel the children are helping us from a higher ground keeping us focused moment by moment ! I am uplifted as a business person and personal to always help and support this foundation ! They are angels among us and glad to be apart of their lives. My goal is to know there is something each of us can make a difference in this life !! We never will forget the loved ones that are treasured in our hearts !! Peace, serenity and love,
Teresa Bennett
Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse has been a wonderful resource for us during the worst time of our lives. After losing our daughter we were very distraught and found comfort in knowing we aren't alone in our grief. We continue to utilize the resources that Bo's offers and it has helped us get through some very hard times. I don't know what we would do without everything that Bo's offers. As a single mother, I am not able to afford childcare while I attend our grief meetings. Bo's offers childcare so I am able to focus on my healing and our well-being. What a wonderful group with a great cause! We are forever grateful for this resource to us.
What a wonderful organization for grieving parents! This organization has helped me more than any other organization I’m apart of through the grief journey of losing my precious daughter at 68 days old. I can’t say enough wonderful things about Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse and Amanda!
When our son Jaeden was taken unexpectedly Feb 2018, Bo’s reached out to let us know they were there if we needed anything, invited us to connect with others, sent us a special plaque and continue to check in on our family. We are grateful to have such a great organization in our area that celebrates our son and cares about us.
Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse has been an amazing support in helping to deal with the death of my (step) daughter, Brianna. They’ve given me tools I’ve needed to cope and a room full of people, who are like family, and know EXACTLY how I feel. People you can reach out to when you simply need someone to cry with or vent to is an amazing tool to have in dealing with grief and I’m so happy I found this group (or maybe they found me)!
On June 14th, our worst nightmare's came true and we lost our precious Piper Rose. Bo's reached out shortly after. They have been nothing but supportive to our family. To be able to talk to others who unfortunately have gone through the same thing as us, has been a tremendous help. No matter what time of day, if a question needs to be asked or if no one else is around and I need to talk to someone, they have been there. If for some reason anyone has to go through the horror we did, please note, there are people and groups out there that can help, and this foundation in particular has been amazing.
Bo’s came at a time when so many grieving parents in our area needed support that was not available thanks for all that you have done and continue to do!!!
I’ve helped out numerous times with Bo’s heavenly clubhouse and every time I have it has been the greatest, I love the cause and think it’s impornant!
We lost our angel on March 14, 2016. After a normal pregnancy and 10 hours of labor, a placenta abruption occured. There were no signs and nothing that could be done to save her. Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse has been a great support system for us. Reminding us that we are not alone in our journey of child loss.
Thankful to be a part of this awesome movement. To help others and to continuously share kindness. There is hope.
December 26th, 2017 we were blessed with a beautiful baby girl, Gemma Nova. We had the perfect pregnancy other than Gemma wanting to stay snuggly warm inside her momma. After being in the hospital for 15 hours of trying to evict Gemma, she finally showed up at 11:30pm. We were a happy family and looking to buy a house for the 3 of us, but on March 5th, 2018 Gemma had stopped breathing in her sleep. Her daddy had found her and tried to save her life with CPR but it was too late. Gemma was gone. It was a blur living one day to the next not having to care for a newborn anymore. We tried to go to a few grief meetings, but they just didn’t seem right for us. We had then found Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse. Talking with Amanda, she made us feel so comfortable. We didn’t have to be afraid to feel how we were feeling or even talk about. There was and still is never any pressure, and so much love and understanding. This little community is more like family and I couldn’t be more relieved to find someone to relate to that truly gets it. She continues to talk about Bo and all the children as well as checking in with the parents and sending little gifts to uplift our spirits. Thank you for being you Amanda.
Heather and Patrick
Our sweet Samantha was born sleeping at 32 weeks with an unknown reason. My husband and I heard about Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse though a good friend who also suffered a loss of thier sweet baby. We have found great people who have now become our family and supports us though our bereavement. I am truly thankful for being able to talk about Samantha and hear other familys story's of thier children gone to soon, and able to show the same love and generosity we've been shown.
Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse has truly supported my husband and I so much in just the last few years we've known them. We lost two babies due to miscarriages in 2016, as well as our son Noah Nathaniel due to being stillborn at 34 weeks 6 days. Noah was diagnosed at a 20 week ultrasound with a condition we've never heard of before. The condition is called: Congenital Diphragmatic Hernia, which in a nutshell is when the diaphragm does not form completely in utero and the only way they can correct it is through surgery after birth. 50% of babies born with CDH do not make it as 50% do. Our baby boy Noah had very small lungs, and the CDH was just too much for his little heart that we lost him July 5th, 2017.
Currently we're expecting our rainbow baby Wyatt Nathaniel in just about a month, and he's looking healthy as ever. We wouldn't have gotten through these last few years without Amanda and Wayne and all that they do for these families. They have treated us more like family than friends in these circumstances. Thanks again for all you do! The actual photos I had of Noah wouldn't upload up here, but I'm more than willing to share photos of Noah to anyone that would like to see our precious baby boy. Below also is what CDH looks like as well as a description of what it is. Thanks again for all you do. Much Love!
-Sarah & Ricky Horton