OUR MISSION
Turning our grief into giving, blessing others and healing our hearts along the way by sharing the
Hope of Jesus and partnering with those navigating grief and life in the NICU through care packages and hospital outreach.
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Brooke Schmidt, Founder & President
Travis Schmidt, Board Member
Bryce & Isaiah’s ParentsTravis & Brooke have a heart to bless others with sharing the hope we find in Jesus and providing support through custom care packages and connection. And of course, honor our sweet boy, Isaiah.
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Shannon Waldroup, Secretary & Co-Founder
Billy Waldroup, Board Member
Bryce & Isaiah’s Grandma Biscuit and Grandaddy GravyWhile they are Brooke, Travis & Curtis’ (Brooke’s brother) biggest fans, support and prayer warriors, they are ready to stand along you, too. Before you know it, they’ll both be praying over you, Shannon will be calling you pook pook and giving you a big ole hug while simultaneously squeezing and saying “hmm … hmm … hmm” and Billy will be ready to give you the shirt off his back, with an invite to dinner.
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Beverly Potter, Treasurer & Board Member
Our Framily (friends that are too good to be just friends)Beverly has been a huge support and prayer warrior to Travis & Brooke during all the diagnosis’s, the loss of Isaiah and their NICU journey with Bryce. While Beverly is great with numbers, she is always ready to fervently pray for you.
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Debra Vance, Board Member
NICU Momma & Down Syndrome AdvocatorDebra is a busy wife, mom to three and ASL interpreter. She is a fellow NICU momma, to Ethan, whom has Down Syndrome and is actively involved with the Down Syndrome Community. Debra brings many things to the table, one of which being the best hugger and encourager there is!
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Hunter & Ryann Winn, Board Members
NICU & Loss ParentsHunter & Ryann are busy parents to two living children, business owners and pastors. Through their loss they have CHOSEN to chase after God and His hope. When you think of them, you will likely instantly think - humble, kind, gentle, courageous, prayer warrior, wise, friend and MORE.
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Rachael Wooten, Board Member
NICU MommaRachael is a devoted momma, wife, sister, and friend. A momma of 3 living children, with NICU experience from her first daughter. She’s been one of Brooke’s biggest encouragers and prayer warriors through her journey. Rachael is the type of friend that is quick to let you get cozy on her couch to chat, enjoy a hot cup of coffee with, encourage and inspire you to dig into your faith and be the best that you can be for yourself and family.
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Our Prayer Warriors & Volunteer Team
Volunteers: It takes a village and we couldn’t do this without those willing to partner with us to serve NICU and bereaved families! You can join HERE!
Prayer Warriors: One of the most important things! As we hear of needs coming in, we are interceding, declaring and believing with and for you. You can apply to join our team HERE!
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Bryce, Twin A
You are so special God knew we needed every bit of you.From 2 pounds to 20 pounds (and counting). The sweetest boy, with the biggest and purest personality. The best cackle, facial expressions and snuggles. He is strong, incredibly brave and our little warrior.
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Isaiah, Twin B
Every bit of a miracleWhat an inspiration you are, a fierce one pound eight ounce baby boy that impacted so many with such a short life.