WAYS Empowers

09/25/2026

We're proud to introduce Carole & David, founders of Carole's House of Hope, as our 2026 WAYS Empowers beneficiary! 💛

For over 20 years, this incredible husband-and-wife team has dedicated their lives to Omaha's most vulnerable youth and families, from mentoring young women and advocating for survivors of domestic violence, to working directly with at-risk teens in the foster and juvenile systems.

In 2011, they turned decades of experience into action, founding Carole's House of Hope, a transitional living program helping homeless women and children thrive, with a special focus on young women aging out of foster care.

Since opening their doors in 2014, CHH has become a place of stability, healing, and second chances for so many families right here in our community.

This year, WAYS Empowers is honored to stand behind Carole and David's mission and help them continue this life-changing work.

"Hope is believing, encouraging, dreaming, caring... hope is us." 🏡✨

09/22/2026

Behind every WAYS Empowers event is a whole lot of planning, and these two are deep in it. 👀

Lisa and Ashley are locking in the details for this year's event, and we cannot wait to share who we're partnering with.

Stay tuned, for all of this year's details! 💜

09/15/2026

WAYS Empowers is back for round five, and we can't pull it off without our people 💜

If you love a good night of connection, purpose, and a little bit of magic in the room, we'd love to have you on our volunteer crew this year.

Interested in joining the crew? Send an email to [email protected] to learn more!

09/11/2026

Mark your calendars, friends 💜

WAYS Empowers is back for another night of connection, generosity, and community impact.

Every year we partner with a different local nonprofit and come together to support the incredible work they're already doing for women and youth in Omaha.

This year's night is coming November 11th at A View West Shores, and we cannot wait to see you there.

Who's coming with us this year?

09/04/2026

Five years of community, connection, and giving back.

WAYS Empowers returns November 11th at West Shores for our most anticipated evening yet.

More details coming soon, but for now, just save the night!

12/11/2025

11/20/2025

✨ Gratitude beyond words ✨

Our hearts are so full today. Yesterday’s WAYS Empowers Event was everything we dreamed it would be and that’s because of you.

To our incredible sponsors: thank you for believing in our mission and showing up so generously. Your partnership makes this event possible year after year.

To every attendee, volunteer, donor, and supporter who poured your heart, time, and energy into this year’s event, we are truly overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support. The impact we created together will be felt far beyond last night.

A special thank you to Amber for sharing your story and shining a light on mission. And to Anastasia and Dannielle — thank you for bravely sharing your stories with us. Your voices made the night even more meaningful. 🤍

From the bottom of our hearts… thank you for showing up, giving back, and empowering in a BIG way. Until next year.

11/20/2025

✨ A moment worth watching ✨

We’re honored to share the video we debuted at this year’s WAYS Empowers Event. A powerful glimpse into the heart of why we gather, give, and empower. 🩵

In this piece, you’ll hear from Amber of as she shares their mission and the life-changing work they’re doing for children and families in our community impacted by foster care. You’ll also hear from Lisa, founder of WAYS Empowers, as she reflects on the purpose behind this event and the impact we can make when we stand together.

This video is a reminder that compassion creates change, and every donation, every connection, and every act of support truly matters. 🤍

Thank you for being part of this mission with us.