Our Story

 

September 16th, 2014 began as an ordinary day for our families. We are just two mothers who were working together for school pick-ups and drop-offs of our two young sons. It was their third day of preschool, the sun was shining and the air was just beginning to feel crisp for fall. We were working to get the boys loaded in the car when little 17 month old Rowyn climbed backwards down the front porch steps in her baby blue pajamas to come see us. Her big brother did not want to go to school that day and he was crying. Having known one another for quite some time and our kids being in daycare together, we decided to just shut the car door and go anyway, knowing his tears would be short lived. We waved one last time, and the car slowly pulled forward. Somehow in a matter of seconds Rowyn was not where we thought she was. Paramedics say that Rowyn was killed instantly, and despite our desperate attempts to save her life there was nothing we could have done. The tragedy of September 16th has left holes and emptiness in many hearts. There is nothing we can do to rewind the day, but we hope to honor her memory with Raise for Rowyn. The goal is to host an annual event in Tenino called Raise for Rowyn. This will be held each year on the Saturday closest to Rowyns birthday, which this year is April 18, 2015. We have a lot of really great ideas to make this event successful, but it will be your support that will get us the start we need to carry on Rowyn's legacy. Our event so far includes a 5K morning run followed by a dinner party and silent/live auction. Any support you are able to give is appreciated. If you have any further questions regarding our foundation, Rowyn’s story, or how you can help please contact us. We look forward to hearing from you.

 

 

Our Mission

The mission of our foundation is to provide financial assistance to families within our surrounding communities who are struggling with the loss of a child.