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Archway of Hope

Archway is a nonprofit organization that offers hope to people who have lost someone too early.

09/03/2026

Every story begins with someone willing to share.

Archway of Hope is continuing to listen to stories of love, loss, and resilience. You don’t need to know exactly what to say or how your story should be told. It can begin with something as simple as a name.

We’ll listen, take our time, and tell it together in a way that feels right to you and your family.

If there’s someone whose story deserves to be remembered, we’d be honored to hear about them.

📞 (254) 227-3469
✉️ [email protected]

09/01/2026

Thank you for making Retro Rockstar 2026 a night we’ll never forget.

To everyone who attended, sponsored, performed, volunteered, donated, danced, and cheered us on, thank you.

Every person who showed up helped make the night bigger than a party. Your support helps Archway of Hope continue sharing stories that matter and reminding others that hope is always worth holding onto.

And somehow, we have to top this next year. Challenge accepted.

See you at Retro Rockstar 2027!

08/26/2026

The newest Cup Half Full episode is now available on YouTube.

In this deeply personal conversation, Tara Gray shares the story of her daughter, Reese, and the love, grief, and purpose that have shaped her life for more than twenty years.

Tara reflects on the small signs that helped her keep moving forward, the strength she found through serving others, and how Candlelight Ranch became an important part of her healing journey and Reese’s lasting legacy.

We are grateful Tara trusted us with such a meaningful story.

Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOZzLhllzk4&list=PLr6hf0NDywrPA3AtoKj7-RRnid3MZdwM_

08/24/2026

Still spotting familiar faces.

Part Two of our Retro Rockstar 2026 Step & Repeat photos is here, with even more of the people, outfits, and smiles that made the night so special.

Check out the full Part Two album below! Find your photos, tag your friends, and share your favorites.

Thank you for making this night one to remember.

08/20/2026

Things got a little wild in the photo booth.

Retro Rockstar 2026 brought out some GREAT poses, even better outfits, and absolutely no camera shyness. We have the photos to prove it.

The Photo Booth album is here! Find your crew, tag your people, and relive the fun.

And yes… there are more coming. 🤘

08/18/2026

This Friday, a new Cup Half Full episode
features Tara Gray.

In this upcoming conversation, Tara shares the
extraordinary story of her daughter, Reese, and the six
unforgettable months that forever changed her life.

She reflects on unimaginable loss, the signs that
helped her keep moving forward, and the love, faith,
and purpose that continue to shape Reese’s legacy
more than twenty years later. Tara also shares how
Candlelight Ranch became part of her healing journey
and gave her a meaningful way to honor Reese by
bringing hope and joy to others.

Her story is deeply personal, profoundly moving, and
filled with resilience and hope.

We are honored Tara trusted us with Reese’s story and
allowed us to hold this deeply meaningful space with
her.

The full episode will be available on Facebook,
Instagram, and YouTube this Friday.

Your story matters.

08/17/2026

The smiles, the outfits, the people who made Retro Rockstar 2026 such a night to remember.

Our Step & Repeat was full all night long, and we loved seeing so many familiar faces celebrating, having fun, and showing up for Archway of Hope.

Here’s Part One of the full Step & Repeat album! Find your photo, tag your friends, and share your favorites!

More photos coming soon.

08/14/2026

What a night for Braden Butler.

After stepping onto the stage and giving Retro Rockstar everything he had, Braden was crowned our 2026 Retro Rockstar!

The style was there. The energy was there. But what made it even better was watching him have an absolute blast doing it.

Congratulations, Braden! We loved having you on this stage, and we’re so excited to call you our 2026 Retro Rockstar.

08/13/2026

The stage was theirs, and they made it count.

Congratulations to our 2026 Retro Rockstar finalists!

🎤 Avery Olvera Fajardo— Best Vocalist
🔥 Megan Snipes — Best Showman
✨ Braden Butler — Best Style

Each brought their own energy, talent, and personality to Retro Rockstar 2026 and gave us a performance to remember.

Give it up for our finalists!

Address

2114 Austin Avenue
Waco, TX
76701

Website

https://www.archwayofhope.org/about-us/what-we-do, https://youtu.be/0fcX1wKzTsg?si=iSG_PeJE6vPlVkC2

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