There is no footprint so small that it cannot leave an impact on this world.

Tiny Footprints began in 2016 to support community resources for local individuals and families grieving pregnancy and infant loss. The inaugural Edmonton Annual Starry Night Gala took place in 2022 and has since raised $150,000 for local loss support programs.

Our History

Tiny Footprints was created in Calgary in 2016 by Kristina Oriold and Jen Woods, in honour of Riley Oriold. The annual fundraiser gala expanded to Edmonton in 2022.

In August 2024, we incorporated provincially as a non-profit organization in Alberta. On July 30, 2026, we became a registered charity in Canada.

Our Mission

Our mission is to increase awareness about pregnancy and infant loss, create a supportive community, and provide access to quality local support services.

Tiny Footprints hosts the annual Starry Night Gala every October, during Pregnancy and Loss Awareness Month, to raise funds for local resources and programs that support grieving families journeying through perinatal loss.

Leadership Team

  • Sarah Rivera

    President

    Sarah's Story

  • Grace Struth

    Vice President

    Grace's Story

  • Laura Paslawski

    Treasurer

    Laura's Story

  • Kaitlyn Faria

    Secretary

  • Tracy Sedens

    Director of Fundraising Activities

  • Cristina Yun Lee

    Director of Networking

  • Lauren Matsuba

    Director of Programming

Members

  • Abeir Halabi

  • Alanna Knobben

  • Ashley Gardener

  • Chy Salter-Roberts

    Chy's Story

  • Dietmar Sedens

  • Jerome Rivera

  • Kiersten Walker

  • Lisa Bahnsen

  • Patti Walker

    Patti's Story

  • Rachel Goodwin

  • Tabitha Walper

  • Tara Wren

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FAQ

  • No funds are allocated for staff salaries or compensation. The Tiny Footprints Society Edmonton is 100% volunteer-run, including all roles held by board members and directors.

  • The Tiny Footprints Society is a 100% volunteer-run organization, so we are always looking to grow our team. Please consider becoming a member of our planning committee and taking part as we plan upcoming initiatives and events, including the Starry Night Gala.

  • Yes! Donations of $25 and greater made on or after July 30, 2026 are eligible for an official donation receipt for income tax purposes.

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