WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
become a RTZ HOPetober LUMINARY
what is a luminary?
HOPEtober Luminaries (formerly our Ambassador Program) 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.
Luminaries can be anyone who has been touched by pregnancy and infant loss and has a story they want to share. This year our goal is to get to 150 Luminaries to spread hope to others navigating the pregnancy and infant loss journey.
share your story
Luminaries will work with us to share their story, words of wisdom, and heartfelt affirmations to others on this journey. Through our sign-up form’s gently guided questions and prompts, we’ll create a unique page for each ambassador and their story.
In sharing, we all contribute to a brighter, more understanding world, where the pain of loss is met with empathy and shared hope. By opening up, you help build a compassionate community where every experience is honored and where those navigating similar storms can find solace and strength. Your voice matters, and together, our stories create a network of light and support that makes the journey a little less lonely.
spread awareness
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.
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. Donors often feel compelled to support a cause when personal stories, like yours, are shared.
2024 luminaries
These individuals have joined us in Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month as ambassadors and advocates for our community.
Want more info?
Watch this video where Kiley and Jaime discuss HOPEtober, what it means to be a Luminary Ambassador, and how to participate.
You can also email Jaime, our Luminary Coordinator, with any questions you have about HOPEtober or our Luminary Program.
JOIN US VIRTUALLY
wave of light: A gathering
October 15th, 2024 @ 5:00pm-6:00pm PDT / 8:00pm-9:00pm EDT
Join us for a free virtual gathering for the Wave of Light in honor of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. Together as a community, we will honor our babies through writing, gentle music and candle lighting in a sacred space of connection.
Help support RTZ HOPE programs and services
support us with a donation
As a nonprofit, we rely on the donations from our community in order to offer our programs and initiatives. Our goal is to raise $75,000 by year-end.
With your support in 2023 (Annual Report) RTZ HOPE continued to fulfill our mission of serving over 250,000 bereaved parents and the healthcare providers who support them through a variety of free and reduced fee programs and offerings.
HOW WE ENGAGE PARENTS:
Connection through Social Media
Education Through Webinars
Email Newsletter
Extensive YouTube Channel
Healing In-Person Retreats
Informative Website Guides
Inspiration from our Stories of HOPE Blog
Meaningful Workshops
Transformative Virtual Support Groups
HOW WE EMPOWER PROVIDERS:
Educated With Website Guides and Resources
Informed through Free Webinar Series
Hosted Free Drop-in Consultation Groups
Led Educational Trainings, Presentations, and Seminars
Provided Free Brochures and Materials
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.
Read Stories from Past Ambassadors
2022 ambassadors
2023 ambassadors
“This is the first time I’ve shared my story on social media. There is definitely something healing about being able to share our stories so publicly.”