Community Events
Collective for Hope strives to build a community of grief-affirming individuals and families who support one another through the loss of loved ones. Our programs foster connection and shared understanding—because no one should have to grieve alone.
Join Us in Honoring Grief and Building Hope
Be a part of a compassionate community that believes in showing up—for those grieving, for each other, and for the future. Whether through volunteering, sponsorships or attending an event, your involvement ensures no one has to grieve alone.
Remembrance Events
Our annual community remembrance events bring together individuals and families from the Omaha metro area and beyond to honor loved ones, share grief experiences and foster a compassionate, hope-filled community.
Remembrance Day
HEALs to the Pavement
HOPE for the Holidays
Remembrance Day & Walk
Join us for a heartwarming day of remembrance, healing and togetherness at our annual Remembrance Day. This free community event welcomes individuals and families of all ages to celebrate the lives of loved ones who remain forever in our hearts. Enjoy community, food trucks, face painting and more alongside meaningful ways to remember including take-home crafts, and a peaceful remembrance walk. Come as you are—grieving, remembering, loving—and leave feeling connected, supported and uplifted. Stay connected for 2026 Remembrance Day & Walk Event details.
Location
Miller’s Landing
151 Freedom Park Road
Omaha, NE 68110
Date & Time
May 17, 2025
11:00 am – 2:00 pm (Central Time)
Become a Sponsor
Event Sponsors
HEALs to the Pavement: A Walk to Remember
Our annual HEALs to the Pavement for Pregnancy and Infant Loss is a heartfelt community event honoring babies gone too soon. Whether you’ve personally experienced pregnancy or infant loss, know someone who has or simply want to show your support, all are welcome. This special day offers meaningful ways to remember and celebrate—write a note in our Memory Tent, make personalized crafts, participate in the reading of baby names and take a Remembrance Lap surrounded by a caring community. Together, we remember. Together, we heal.
Location
Heartland of America Park
800 Douglas Street
Omaha, NE 68102
Date & Time
October 4, 2025
11:00 am – 1:00 pm (Central Time)
Become a Sponsor
HOPE for the Holidays
The holiday season can be especially hard when you're grieving. HOPE for the Holidays offers a gentle, supportive space for families and friends to slow down, reflect and honor loved ones during a busy time of year. Held annually at our grief center, this special event includes festive music, hands-on crafts and meaningful activities designed for children (ages 3 to 18) and their families. Whether you attend in person or choose a Take Home Kit, participants of all ages will leave with heartfelt keepsakes—and a little more light to carry into the season. Together, we make space for both remembrance and new memories, surrounded by community, comfort and hope.
Location
Collective for Hope
7811 Farnam Drive
Omaha, NE 68114
Date & Time
December 2025 - TBD
Become a Sponsor
Our Annual Fundraiser
Be part of Collective for Hope's annual fundraiser — an evening of comfort food and community that sustains free grief support for individuals and families in our community.
19th Annual Comfort Food Classic
Our Annual Comfort Food Classic is almost here! Join us for an unforgettable evening of food, fun and community at our annual Comfort Food Classic. Local chefs will compete to serve up their best comfort food creations—think sweet, savory and everything in between. By attending, you're not just indulging in delicious bites—you're helping ensure that children, adults and families navigating grief continue to receive the support they deserve, at no cost.
Location
Leo Ballroom
2027 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68102
Date & Time
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Central Time
April 17, 2026
Become a Sponsor
Comfort Food Classic Sponsors
Experiences of Hope
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Pregnancy & Infant Loss Group Participant