April 11, 2026
Doors open at 5PM
The Meridian in the Atlas Building
7001 Westown Pkwy Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Walk With You hopes to see you at our third annual Spring Soirée at a brand new venue, The Meridian. Join us in embracing vulnerability in grief, honoring the memories of the children of families we’ve supported, and raising funds to support the crucial work of Walk With You.
Together, we can ensure no family navigates child loss alone.
Tickets are available until 11:59pm CDT on Friday, April 2nd.
Support the Spring Soirée
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Volunteer at the Soirée
Help with set up, tear down, or be part of our event crew!
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Sponsor the Soirée
Align your business or yourself with our mission, or see if your employer aligns with us through sponsorship opportunities.
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Donate an Auction Item
Your donation—whether a product, service, or unique experience—significantly impacts the success of our event.
Spend the night with us
Food and Drinks
Your admission to the Soirée grants you an entertaining evening of connection! Sip complimentary wine or your favorite drink as you partake in a delicious plated meal before our presentation. Enjoy mouthwatering desserts from ChaCha’s Hiland Bakery inspired by sweet Leo’s memory.
Speakers
Hear from families who have experienced Walk With You's support firsthand as they share their child’s story and the impact our services have had on their families. Early grief support changes the entire trajectory of a person’s grieving experience.
Family Honoring
Participate in honoring a child gone too soon throughout the evening by adding their name to our floral moss wall, looking at photos and reading stories of children whose families we have supported, and learning more about how to share Walk With You with someone who may need our services.
Support this Work
You will have the opportunity to partner with Walk With You by contributing a financial gift so we can continue providing comprehensive bereavement support to families experiencing the death of a child. Peruse our silent auction offerings, purchase raffle tickets or small items for sale, and submit your financial gift at the event so that no family navigates child loss alone.
Become a Sponsor
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Platinum
Prominent logo placement on event materials
VIP table for 10 with priortiy seating, including 2 drink tickets and 1 raffle ticket per guest
Mention during the event program
Logo & Link on WWY's website
Social Media recognition before and after the event
Option to include promotional materials in guest gift bag
$5,000
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Gold
Logo placement on event materials
VIP table for 5, including 1 drink ticket per guest
Mention during event program
Logo on WWY's website
Social Media recognition before the event
Option to include promotional materials in guest gift bag
$2,500
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Silver
Logo placement on select event materials
4 tickets to the event
Logo on WWY's Website
Social Media recognition before the event
$1,000
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Bronze
Name on select event materials
2 tickets to the event
Name on WWY's Website
Social Media Recognition before the event
$500
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Community
Name on WWY's Website
1 ticket to the event
Social Media Recognition before the event
$250
Event Sponsors
New Hope Healing
Precision Vac Operations
Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home
The Family of Eli Smith
HBK Engineering
Holmes Murphy
Restorative Family Therapy
OUR SPEAKERS
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Kylie Collins
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Josh and Pa Goldbeck
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Kyler and Anna Jones
Frequently asked questions
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The Walk With You Spring Soirée is our annual spring fundraiser, supporting families who have experienced child loss.
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April 11th, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the The Meridian in West Des Moines, Iowa.
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Purchase tickets here.
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Unfortunately, we cannot issue refunds; all sales are final.
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Please dress in cocktail attire, envisioning what you would wear to a wedding rather than to church.
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Due to the nature of the event, attendees must be 21 or older.
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Enjoy plated meal with complimentary wine service and desserts. A full bar, including soft drinks, will also be available for purchase.
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We have access to free parking for all guests. A detailed map with parking information will be provided closer to the event date.
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Each individual must purchase their own ticket.
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Yes, The Meridian is an ADA-compliant venue.
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For more information, reach out to office@walkwithyounonprofit.org
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Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
7060 Lake Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266•(515) 223-4700
Staybridge Suites West Des Moines by IHG
6905 Lake Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266•(515) 223-0000
Comfort Inn & Suites West Des Moines
1625 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266•(515) 440-3679
Relive the 2025 Soirée
Because of the generosity of our guests and the shared belief in our mission, we were able to raise over $42,000 to support families navigating the heartbreak of child loss. Curious how these crucial funds make an impact?
Together, we created a space filled with intention and remembrance, and welcomed more than 250 attendees into that sacred story. In just the week following the event, five new families reached out for support. Your presence helped open those doors.
