Kiley, Spreading HOPE for Norbert
Kiley Hanish, sharing her story in memory of Norbert
“For me, this past year was continued devotion to RTZ Hope. I am dedicated to honoring my son Norbert, my experience, and all the babies gone too soon through the necessary work we are doing through RTZ Hope.
I am propelled by your stories to give families what I didn’t have 19 years ago after giving birth to Norbert and not bringing him home. I want other parents to have access to these resources, guidance, support, and community in their grieving and healing journey. I am excited to continue our outreach to make sure that parents are not isolated in this heartbreaking experience.
I find such meaning and connection within this loss community, and the people I’m closest to are bereaved parents. We understand each other on a deep level, and for these connections, I am so grateful.
It is through my work with RTZ that I myself have found healing and community. I have met my closest friends.”
October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month.
Our HOPEtober annual event honors all losses on the journey to parenthood.
Even though so many of us have experienced pregnancy or infant loss, or know someone who has, it is a loss that exists in the shadows. As bereaved parents, we feel isolated and alone. But together, we can shine a light on pregnancy and infant loss, helping others to live a life that holds both grief and joy.
HOPEtober Luminaries partner with us during the month of October to be an advocate and ambassador in spreading awareness and shining a light on pregnancy and infant loss. By sharing our stories we’re bringing awareness to pregnancy and infant loss, as well as the resources and support that exist through Return to Zero: Hope. As a nonprofit, raising awareness and funds are essential to our cause and support programs.
We'd be grateful if you you would consider making a contribution to Kiley’s fundraiser in honor of Norbert. Your gift ensures that other parents who endure loss on their journey to parenthood have the support, resources, and community they need in order to navigate life after loss.
This year our goal is to raise $75,000 during the month of October so that we can continue spread hope and healing by providing resources and support to grieving families and their care providers.
Thank you for helping to shatter the silence around pregnancy & infant loss.