The Awakening Grace Foundation

The Awakening Grace Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in Orange City, Iowa, dedicated to supporting families experiencing the profound loss of a baby during pregnancy or infancy. We provide compassionate care packages, burial garments, grief resources, and remembrance services, recognizing the unique challenges of these losses. Awakening Grace offers a safe space for families to grieve bravely, heal gently, and remember boldly, ensuring that every child is honored and loved. We are committed to providing dignity and support to families navigating the complexities of pregnancy and infant loss, fostering a legacy of hope and remembrance.

Founded in 2015 by Nikita Kleyer and Roslyn Punt, Awakening Grace emerged from a deep understanding of the isolation and lack of support experienced by families facing such devastating circumstances. Our team, led by Vanessa Harig, works tirelessly to meet families where they are, offering personalized assistance and a network of understanding. We provide memorial bears, burial garments, and resources to ease the financial burden of grief.

Our key differentiators include our holistic approach, encompassing physical, emotional, and spiritual support. We also specialize in providing burial garments for all gestations of pregnancy and up to 1 year of infancy, and care packages tailored to each family’s unique journey. We are a resource center for families navigating the complexities of pregnancy and infant loss, offering a beacon of hope in a time of profound sorrow.