Because surviving deserves celebration, too.
February 7th, every year. The day we honor the joy that keeps going — even after goodbye.
Built for the Ones Who Stay
Survivor’s Joy Day is our annual event honoring children and families who have lost a railroad-working parent. It’s a joyful, tearful, playful, powerful day where love is louder than loss.
We chose February 7th – the day our founder lost her father, Cody Ron – to reclaim grief with light and laughter. This day carries our pain. And now, it carries our healing.
What to Expect –
- Community picnic + memory-making stations.
- Joy Stations: craft tables, painting, bracelet-making, & journaling.
- Tie Line Letters Reading Library.
- Legacy Balloon or Train Tag Release.
- Joy Shoutouts for brave survivors.
- Reflection zones & support areas for all emotions.
- All activities are optional. All feelings are welcome.
Become a Sponsor –
Help us keep Survivor’s Joy Day 100% free for every child, family, and guest. Sponsor a table, an activity, or the entire day!
| Joy Station Sponsor | $100 | $100 Your name/logo on a craft or memory table sign. |
| Picnic Table Sponsor | $250 | Signage at food area + featured on website. |
| Legacy Tag Sponsor | $500 | Balloon or train tag wall in your name, plus social media thank-you. |
| Track Builder | $1,000 | Recognition at main stage, logo on shirts/posters, and VIP gift box. |
| Cody’s Legacy Sponsor | $2,500 + | Top-tier logo placement, private thank-you at event, option to speak or dedicate. |
Volunteer With Us –
Be part of the joy. We need helpers for setup, tear down, kid stations, greeter spots, and more.
All ages welcome (under 14 must be with adult).
Great for families, clubs, or work teams – We’ll provide snacks, shirts, and full orientation!
Why It Matters –
Grief doesn’t disappear — but joy still deserves space.
We created this day for the survivors who are often told to be “strong” when they really need softness, fun, and room to feel.
This is your day. This is our joy. This is how we remember with love.
Join us each year on February 7th — and help us make it the most joyful day on the calendar.
(Time & Location Coming 2026)
The Cody Ron Foundation 