Women for Riley

Committee meetings are in full swing!

Believe it or not, our Prom Committee is already hard at work planning the 2027 Women for Riley Prom this spring. From the big ideas to all the little details, it truly takes a village to bring this special night to life!

Interested in joining the fun? There’s still time! Whether Prom is your thing or another committee catches your eye, we’d love to have you join us and lend your talents to our teams!✨

Some stories don't just move us. They change what's possible for the next family who walks through Riley Children's Health's doors.

The Crockett family holds a special place in the heart of Women for Riley. They have generously shared their story with us at several of our general meetings, and in August 2024, they joined the Riley Children's Foundation Board of Governors for a mission moment alongside Riley pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Jignesh Tailor. Their daughter Cecilia's courage throughout her fight with brain cancer has left a lasting impression on all who have had the privilege of hearing it.

Many of our members still remember her bright smile. When Cecilia came to Riley Prom, she spent the evening dancing the night away in her tiara, a chance to simply feel like every other kid.

In the wake of her journey, the Crocketts made the extraordinary choice to support pediatric brain tumor research at Riley, a gift that continues to fuel meaningful work in Dr. Tailor's lab today. Their story was recently featured by People, and it stands as a powerful reminder that today's discoveries become tomorrow's hope for another family walking this same road.

Read their full story here: https://people.com/girl-diagnosed-with-cancer-parents-donate-brain-to-research-12023870

Cecilia's courage, and the legacy of courage her family carries forward through this gift, remind us why we show up. We are grateful for every chance to help create a bright smile, a tiara moment, and a little ordinary joy for the kids who walk through Riley's doors today.

The 2026–27 Women for Riley year is officially underway!

A huge thank you to founding members Lee Neff and Tracy Miller, and our original liaison Sally McGuffy, who joined us at our first general meeting to share the story of how Women for Riley began. From a small group of women who wanted to make a difference, to the community we are today... it’s all because of them!!♥️

This year, we’re carrying that same spirit forward, one meeting, one event, and one Riley kid at a time.

Looking for community, friendship, and a way to support Riley kids and families?

Join us for coffee this Friday and learn more about Women for Riley. Whether you’re curious about membership or simply want to meet new people and get involved, we’d love to meet you!

📍 Java House Midtown Carmel
⏰ 10:00–11:30 a.m.
📆 Friday, June 12th

We hope to see you there!

Riley Children's Foundation

After a monumental year for Women for Riley, we’re excited to recognize the women preparing to lead our organization during the ‘27–‘28 term!

This year, they will serve alongside our current board chairs, learning the ins and outs of each role, jumping in where needed, and continuing to support our mission.

Strong leadership doesn’t happen overnight, and we’re incredibly grateful for the time, commitment, and care these women have already poured into Women for Riley!

Congratulations to our incoming leadership team - we’re so excited for what’s ahead. ❤️

LESS THAN 24 HOURS ✨

Tomorrow we bring the magic to life at the Women for Riley Prom...and this year, it’s bigger than ever!

To our sponsors: thank you for showing up in a meaningful way and helping us create an unforgettable experience for these patients and families.

To our members, prom committee, and board: your time, creativity, and dedication behind the scenes are what make this night possible. Every detail, every hour, every effort matters.

This is what it’s all about.

Follow along tomorrow as we share the moments, the joy, and the impact in real time. You won’t want to miss what’s about to unfold.