We can’t wait for our 2026 Footsteps for Family Building Walk!
This annual event is more than just a fundraiser; it is a celebration of the diverse and often challenging paths to building a family. At AllPaths Family Building, our mission is to ensure that no one ever has to walk alone, and whether you’ve faced fertility and family building challenges yourself, or are walking in solidarity with someone you love, this event helps turn that mission into a reality.
Event Details
Mark your calendars for a morning of community, support, and celebration:
- When: Sunday morning, October 4, 2026.
- Where: In-person at the Warren Conference Center and Inn in Ashland, MA, or virtually from wherever you are.
- The Goal: We are aiming to raise $100,000 so we can continue to provide critical psychosocial support, resources, and advocacy for those struggling to grow their families.
Meet Your 2026 Walk Co-Chairs
This year, we are honored to have two longtime AllPaths volunteers leading the way: Lauren Delaney and Amanda Nordberg. Both dedicated community members have navigated their own complex family building journeys and are deeply committed to ensuring others find the support they need. Hear the full, personal accounts of Lauren and Amanda’s journeys on the AllPaths Podcast!
Lauren Delaney
Lauren returns as a co-chair, bringing her passion for advocacy and support. She and her husband, Ryan, are parents to two “rainbow babies” born through IVF. Their path included pre-existing medical conditions leading to infertility and the complexities of insurance coverage for care.
Lauren used AllPaths resources to navigate insurance and financial hurdles and found solace in support groups. Beyond her volunteer work with AllPaths, she has successfully influenced policy changes at her former employer to include fertility coverage and bereavement leave for pregnancy loss. Lauren is honored to give back to an organization that helped her family through their toughest moments and also recognizes that there are a lot of stories that don’t end with a miracle. But thanks to the Walk, AllPaths is able to support everyone, no matter their path.
Amanda Nordberg
Amanda is honored to serve as co-chair for this year’s Footsteps for Family Building walk. She and her husband are deeply grateful parents of two children after a long and emotional journey to parenthood. Their path included what Amanda refers to as the “trifecta of losses”: a missed miscarriage at 11 weeks, an ectopic pregnancy, and a chemical pregnancy. All experiences that brought a compounding sense of heartbreak and isolation.
During that time, Amanda discovered AllPaths, and the support she received was remarkable. She is passionate about offering that same sense of connection to others in the depths of their journey, knowing how powerful it is to simply not feel alone. For Amanda, the walk is a meaningful way to give back, raise awareness, and stand alongside others in the community, no matter where they are on their path to building a family.
Join Us
Whether you are a seasoned walker or joining us for the first time, your participation ensures that AllPaths can continue providing unwavering support, unbiased information, equitable access, and a caring community for everyone.
How to get involved:
- Register or Donate: Visit the official event page to sign up to walk or donate.
- Amplify your Impact: Become a Walk Ambassador or Walk Sponsor!
Lace up your sneakers and help us make a difference—because we are stronger when we walk together.
