Hope Grows Here: A Benefit for the Bereaved

Hope Grows Here: A Benefit for the Bereaved is a 1960s-themed celebration of life, healing, and legacy hosted by Widowhood Real Talk with Tina. Hope Grows Here Education Fund Join us for music, a costume contest, a silent auction, a book signing, and more—all while raising funds to help grieving families access education, resources, and support. Together, we’re planting seeds of hope that will bloom for generations.

🌟 Why This Event Matters

Your participation helps us raise $50,000 to fund two vital initiatives

• 🎓 The WRTWT Education Fund – providing grief-informed scholarships to support students who have lost a parent or guardian.
• 🦋 Widowhood Support Programming – including peer support groups, grief retreats, mental health initiatives, podcast outreach, and community memorial events like the Butterfly Release and Walk for Love.

Every ticket, donation, and sponsorship helps us sow seeds of hope for those navigating life after loss.

Together, we’re building a future where no one grieves alone. Yes, you can donate now: https://givebutter.com/1KQtL0

✨ What’s Included:
🎟️ $65 per guest (early bird through March 31, 2026), thereafter $75.00
🍽️ Full plated meal
📸 Photo booth memories
🕺 Dancing + Live DJ
💐 A tribute to Tina’s journey and vision

Whether you’ve been part of this community from the beginning or just joined us, this night is for you too.

👗 Dress Code: 60s attire encouraged! Channel your inner Motown, flower child, or glam soul queen. Let’s celebrate in style.

This event is more than a party. It’s a celebration of how one woman turned grief into purpose—and invited thousands to do the same.

🎈 Come ready to laugh, cry, hug, dance, and honor the journey.

🏨 Hotel Room Reservations

Need overnight accommodations? We've partnered with DoubleTree by Hilton Norfolk Airport to offer a discounted room rate for Hope Grows Here guests.

📍 Hotel Address
DoubleTree by Hilton Norfolk Airport
1500 North Military Highway
Norfolk, VA 23502-1813
📞 (757) 466-8000

📅 Event Dates: May 16–17, 2026
📌 Reservation Deadline: April 17, 2026

💲 Room Rate:

• 2 Queen Beds – $149.00/night
• 1 King Bed – $149.00/night

🔗 Book Your Room Now: https://hil.tn/4cu0wg

For additional assistance, contact:
Debbie Bloom – Reservations Coordinator
📞 Direct: 757-457-8940 | 📠 Fax: 757-228-5851