Annual Fundraising Luncheon

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support widowed men and women across america attend in person or join us on zoom LIVE!

DATE

Thursday, October 3, 2024

TIME

11:30 - 1:00 PM

11:00 – 11:30 – Silent Auction | Networking

11:30 – 1:00 – Luncheon | Program

LOCATION

Metropolitan Ballroom

5418 Wayzata Blvd. 
Golden Valley, MN 55435

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When life changes, Wings for Widows changes lives. Founded in 2018, Wings for Widows provides personalized financial coaching and education to help widowed people nationwide reclaim financial stability. Financial stability after the loss of a spouse means family stability and an opportunity for a brighter future. More than 3,000 people become widowed every day in the U.S. and 70% do not have someone to turn to for trusted advice. Wings for Widows provides men and women in crisis the access to professional advice when they need it the most, whether they can afford it or not.

Be part of our transformative
Annual Fundraising Luncheon!

Choose your experience:

🍽️ Savor the moment in person - $50 ticket
Enjoy a delicious meal and vibrant atmosphere

Purchase Luncheon Tickets

🖥️ Join virtually from anywhere - Free registration
Participate fully in our mission from the comfort of home

Zoom Live Registration

Your presence, whether physical or virtual, drives our cause forward.
Reserve your spot now and help shape our future together!

Who Should Attend:

Our luncheon welcomes all who are passionate about supporting widowed individuals, including:

· Professionals serving the widowed community

· Widows and widowers

· Advocates for widow awareness and support

· Wings for Widows clients and supporters

· Members of widow support organizations

· Policymakers

· End-of-life professionals and death care workers

· Faith community leaders

· Hospice staff and social workers

· Funeral service professionals

· Grief counselors and support organizations

· Those seeking to support widowed loved ones

Speakers & Special Guests

Lauren Leamanczyk

Investigative Reporter and Anchor on KARE 11 News at 5 pm

Pat Miles

Author, Hall of Fame Broadcaster, and former WCCO-TV and KARE 11 Anchor

Don Shelby

Author, Journalist and Broadcaster, most notably for WCCO-TV

Alexandra Armstrong, CFP®

Author, Columnist, and CFP Professional

Megan Kopka, CFP®, RLP®

President, Board of Directors, Modern Widows Club

Christopher D. Bentley, MBA, CFP®, CRPC®, CLU®, BFA

Founder and CEO, Wings for Widows

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Music Provided by

Miki Speer

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