Our mission is to assist the community in meeting the needs of people facing perinatal death, the death of a baby due to miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth or early infant death.
Join Us for Hot Cocoa with Santa on Saturday, Dec 7th from 10am-12pm
Free Event, but sign up requested!
Call our office (716)626-6363 or Email Emily@wnypbn.org to sign up!
We’re excited to partner once again with Angel Gowns of WNY for a Dress Donation Drop-off this December! Angel Gowns of WNY is dedicated to providing unique, beautiful Angel Gowns to every baby in need. This heartfelt mission honors the precious lives of these little ones while offering love and compassion to their grieving parents. For more information about their incredible work, please visit their Facebook page or website.
Angels Gowns of WNY Facebook
How to Donate:
Donation Guidelines:
Gowns must be gently used or new.
Only white or ivory gowns will be accepted.
Gowns should be less than 30 years old (no older than the 1990s).
We cannot accept gowns that are damaged, stained, or have a smoke odor.
Gowns with heavy beading, excessive tulle, or ruffles are unsuitable.
No Christening, Mother of the Bride/Groom, special occasion, or prom gowns.
Steps to Donate:
Send a Current Picture: If your gown meets the criteria, send a current picture of the front and back of your gown to AngelGownsofWNY@gmail.com Please ensure the gown is removed from any boxes or bags. Include your full name, contact information, and address in your email. If you are a bereaved parent, please specify that in your email.
Await Their Response: As they are a volunteer-run organization, please be patient as they review your submission. You will be informed whether or not your gown can be accepted and if so, provide details about the upcoming donation day in December 2024.
Your generous donation of a wedding gown can truly make a difference for families navigating unimaginable grief. If you have any questions or need further information, please email AngelGownsOfWNY@gmail.com
We’re thrilled to share that the WNYPBN has been selected as the 2024 beneficiary of the Glory Be To Kids events! Glory Be To Kids is a nonprofit organization with a mission rooted in the belief that there is no greater cause than that of a child. Their goal is to positively impact the lives of children in need by merging a passion for sports with a commitment to helping kids. Each year, a different local children’s charity is chosen as the primary beneficiary, and all funds raised are donated to support their efforts. We encourage you to support the upcoming Glory Be To Kids events and visit their website at www.glorybetokids.com for more details.
This month has been very busy here at WNYPBN and for our families. The month began with our In-person Support Group where we said goodbye to Kristen Smith, our Family Support Coordinator (see her goodbye letter in this newsletter).
October 13th brought our 31st Annual Walk to Remember. Over 700 parents, sibling, family and friends attended despite the chilly, rainy weather. Even with a shortened walk, the event was a beautiful and meaningful for our bereaved families. Thank you to all of our Sponsors, volunteers and organizations that donated products or services for our Walk. To our families, you are the reason that we are here year after year. To honor and remember your babies with you is the highlight of our year. Thank you for sharing them with us. Special thanks goes to Julie Stevens for the beautiful Walk Program artwork in honor of her daughter Reese Valentina Wiltrout-Stevens. Visit our Event page for links to the Walk to Remember pictures.
October 15th – Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day
Many local landmarks were lit in pink and blue. Many of our families attended or participated in the “International Wave of Light” – Lighting a candle between the hours of 7-8pm in our local time, to create a 24 hour wave of candlelight across the globe. Locally, WNYPBN held a Candlelight Memorial Service at St Matthews Cemetery Chapel, West Seneca NY while Gavin’s Light held a Candlelight service in the Olean area.
Our final event of October was the 2nd annual Trick or Treat benefit at Hyatt Place Buffalo/Amherst. While many kids were able to enjoy the event, we were also able to raise awareness of perinatal loss.
Due to the restrictions and safety precautions required by New York State because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the WNYPBN has to restructure our annual events. In response to this series of unfortunate circumstances, the creative team has come up with alternatives to our annual events, while still paying tribute to your beautiful babies and helping others who are in need of assistance after the loss of their babies, while keeping our community safe.
Please visit our Events tab for information about our upcoming 2022 Events and Fundraisers. We hope you are all able to participate in one or all of our events as we adapt to our “New Normal” and continue to stay in good health and be safe. We are grateful for your support!
Thank you, Emily, Christine, Sue, Kelly and our Event Volunteer Committee
