Ele's Place - Capital Region

06/04/2026

We’re honored to recognize Miotech Orthopedic Group as our Ele’s Race Bib Sponsor. Your continued support strengthens our mission to serve children, teens, young adults, and caregivers who are navigating grief.

Thank you for standing with us and helping bring comfort, connection, and healing to families in need. 💙

06/03/2026

💙 Wishlist Wednesday 💙

Did you know that summer at Ele's Place means Family Nights?

Once each month, families come together to share a meal, connect with one another, and participate in a grief -related activity designed to increase communication around feelings, coping, and sharing memories of the person that died. These special evenings provide opportunities for families to strengthen their connections and continue their grief journey together.

As we prepare for this summer's Family Night projects, we're in need of acrylic paint and a few other supplies to help make these evenings possible.

If you'd like to support grieving children, teens, and families, please consider purchasing an item from our Amazon Wish List:

🖌️ https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3A8WL9WLA66UF

Thank you for helping us create meaningful experiences that foster connection, healing, and hope. 💙

06/02/2026

🏃‍♀️💙 Looking for a warm-up before our July 18th Ele's Race? Or can't make it but still want to support grieving children and families?

Join our friends in West Michigan for the 2nd Annual Ele's Healing Hearts 5K & Fun Run/Walk on Saturday! This family-friendly event brings our community together to honor loved ones, celebrate healing, and support the mission of Ele's Place.

Register today: https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Walker/HealingHeartRunWalk

06/01/2026

At Ele’s Place, healing sometimes looks like laughter, connection… and a life-sized game of Candy Land. 🍭💜

Through play, children are able to express emotions, build friendships, and experience moments of joy while navigating grief. Activities like our larger-than-life Candy Land game create safe opportunities for kids to connect, smile, and simply be kids again.

Because every grieving child deserves support, hope, and a place where they do not feel alone.

05/29/2026

We are honored to recognize Emergent BioSolutions as a Gold Sponsor of the Ele’s 5K Race. Their leadership and commitment to community well‑being play a vital role in supporting Ele’s Place and the families we serve.

Thank you, Emergent, for your partnership and impact. 💙

05/27/2026

We’re so grateful to our friends at Lansing Board of Water & Light for spending part of their day with us at Ele’s Place! 💙

Your team rolled up their sleeves to help beautify our grounds and tackle some much-needed deep cleaning and it truly makes a difference for the children and families we serve.

Thank you for your generosity, hard work, and heart. We appreciate you more than words can say! 🌟

05/27/2026

⏰ Don’t Miss the Early Bird Rate! ⏰

There’s still time to register for Ele’s Race at the discounted price — but not for long! Registration rates increase June 1, so sign up today and save your spot while supporting grieving children and families served by. 💜

Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, every step helps provide hope, healing, and connection for kids navigating grief.

Register now:
www.elesrace5k.org

05/22/2026

🌿💚 Going Green for Ele’s Race! 💚🌿

We’re proud to spotlight our incredible “Going Green” sponsor for Ele’s Race — helping us take strides not only for a great cause, but for a healthier planet too! 🌎✨

👏 Join us in thanking our Going Green sponsor for helping Ele’s Race go the extra mile — for our runners, our community, and our environment.

05/22/2026

What an incredible opportunity to support grieving children and families while cheering on the Tigers! ⚾💙

Home runs and healing hearts ♥️⚾ Thank you to Fifth Third Bank for the chance to have an unforgettable day at Comerica Park! This auction package includes 18 tickets for Suite 117 -- the best seat in the house -- to watch the Tigers take on the Chicago White Sox on Saturday, June 20. VIP parking passes also included. All proceeds from this incredible package directly support Ele's Place programming.

Step up to the plate and place your bids by May 22 at noon. Visit https://givebutter.com/c/derbydaysoiree2026/auction/items/1966440

05/21/2026

At Ele's Place, our wish is simple: that no child grieves alone.

Grief can have a profound impact on a child’s mental and emotional well-being. During Mental Health Awareness Month, we are reminded that providing safe spaces for children and teens to express their feelings, build coping skills, and connect with peers who understand is more important than ever as we recognize the connection between grief support and long-term mental wellness.

To learn more about our grief support programs, please call: 517-482-1315. 💙