Upcoming events
3rd Annual Waves of Love Giving Luncheon
3rd Annual Waves of Love Giving Luncheon
Friday, April 10, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Aims Community College, Greeley, Colorado
Join WHALE Respite Center for an unforgettable afternoon where community and compassion come together to make waves of impact for children with developmental delays and disabilities — and the full-time caregivers who love them.
This inspiring luncheon celebrates the families we serve and raises vital funds to sustain inclusive childcare and respite programs across Northern Colorado. Together, we’re creating a world where every child, of every ability, has a place to belong and thrive.
Your participation helps us continue providing:
Affordable, inclusive care for children ages 6 weeks to 18 years, available Monday through Friday
Weekend respite programs for children with developmental delays and disabilities
Specialized support for family caregivers, giving them time to rest and restore
Training and continuing education opportunities for our compassionate staff
A nurturing, safe environment where all children can learn, play, and grow
Be Part of the Wave
Your presence at the Waves of Love Luncheon makes a lasting difference.
Register to Attend or Become a Sponsor → LINK
May the 4th Bowl With You
Join WHALE Respite Center for “May the 4th Bowl With You,” a Star Wars–themed bowling fundraiser on May 4 at Chipper’s Lanes in Greeley. This fun, high-energy event brings together teams, families, and community members for an evening of bowling, friendly competition, and community impact.
Grab your team and be part of the excitement — teams of 6 are just $200, making it a great opportunity for friends, families, or coworkers to come together while supporting a meaningful cause. Throughout the night, enjoy themed activities, interactive gameplay, and opportunities to support WHALE’s mission to serve children with delays and disabilities and the families who care for them.
Register your team here!
Non-Profit of the Month at 477 Distilling
We are honored to share that WHALE Respite Center has been selected as the Non-Profit of the Month for June 2026 by 477 Distilling.
Throughout the month, 477 Distilling will be highlighting WHALE’s mission and supporting our work to provide inclusive care, respite services, and resources for children with delays and disabilities and the families who care for them.
We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with a local business that is committed to giving back to the community and helping expand awareness of the critical services WHALE provides.
Give Back Night @ 477 Distilling for WHALE
Mark your calendar for Thursday, July 17th for our official Give Back Night & Silent Auction—a special evening where a portion of every purchase go straight to WHALE.
Don’t miss the chance to turn a casual drink into a powerful act of kindness. Let’s make July the month Greeley shows up for kids who need us most.
This year’s event will include music by the Screen Door Slammers from 7 - 10 pm & a silent auction! There will be many ways to learn more and support WHALE!
477 July Charity of the Month
One Cocktail Can Change a Life—No, Really.
What if your next night out made a real difference in a child’s life?
This July, every time you sip the Cocktail of the Month at 477 Distilling in Greeley, you’re directly supporting WHALE Respite Center—a place where children with delays and disabilities find love, care, and a safe space to grow. No tickets. No RSVP. Just show up, raise a glass, and know you're helping We Help And Love Everyone live out its mission.
Social Skills Summer Camp
Join WHALE this summer for our Social Skills Summer Camps!
June 2nd - 13th “Animals”
June 16th - 27th “Sports”
June 30th - Jully 11th “Water”
July 14th - 25th “Art”
July 28th - August 8th “Science”
2nd Annual Waves of Love Giving Luncheon
Join WHALE and our community at Aims Community College Welcome Center for an inspiring celebration as we reflect on our 2024 grand opening, share moving stories from the families we serve, and build momentum to support childcare for children and their family caregivers in 2025 and beyond!
Be part of an engaging experience where you’ll hear about WHALE’s successes in 2024, learn about exciting new partnerships and programs for 2025, connect with passionate community members, and of course have a chance to win some incredible door prizes—all while being part of a vision that transforms lives.
Let’s come together to celebrate what we’ve achieved and shape what’s to come! RSVP now and make your mark on 2025!
If you are interested in becoming a table host, Send us an email!
Cost: FREE (registration required)
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
Evening Holiday Open House
Stop by on Friday, November 8th from 4 pm to 7 pm (or 7 to 9 am) for treats, tours, and to learn about our impact! Bring your friends help us celebrate the season.
Morning Holiday Open House
Stop by on Friday, November 8th from 7 am to 9 am (or 4 to 7 pm) for coffee, treats, tours, and to learn about our impact! Bring your friends help us celebrate the season.
Saturday Respite Care @ WHALE
Weekend respite care for families with children who have delays and disabilities! Please complete our online application, this helps us make sure we can serve your child in the best way possible.
Questions please call us at 970-503-5765!
WHALE’s 2nd Annual Community Trunk or Treat
Join the WHALE team for a fun evening of trick or treating! Treats and activities, and available while they last for all who attend!
No need to register just stop by in costume!
GIVE BACK NIGHT AT 477 DISTILLINGS
WHALE receives 15% back on all drinks sold this night! Come out to support WHALE Respite Center and children with delays and disabilities.
477 DISTILLING NON-PROFIT OF THE MONTH
WHALE (We Help And Love Everyone) receives 10% of proceeds for this month’s Drink of the entire Month of July! Stop by to support Respite Care and enjoy a special beverage!
Neon Barn Dance
Neon Barn Dance
Themed contests - dress in your best Neon Cowboy Attire! Schedule of Events: 5 - 5:45 pm line dancing lessons, 5:45 - 7 pm swing dancing lessons, 7 - 9:30 pm Social Barn Dance. All levels are welcome & no partner required!
Weld Community Credit Union will be honoring WHALE Respite Center with a dontion durign this event!
Grand Opening of WHALE Respite Center
GRAND OPENING of WHALE Respite Center!
Additional details coming soon!
Burger of the Month @ Gourmet Grub Scratch Kitchen
The April burger of the month is a Lobster Fondue Burger with part of the proceeds benefiting WHALE Respite Center!!! Hawaiian Bun, Tarragon Aioli, Shredded Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Lobster Fondue, Tempura Asparagus for $16. A percentage of all April Burger of the Month Burgers will support WHALE (We Help And Love Everyone) Respite Center!
NORTHERN COLORADO CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL
WHALE Respite Center will be attending the Northern Colorado Children’s Festival! Come by and see us!
Our Application Process is currently available online!
Waves of love Respite Luncheon
We have SOLD out of registrations for this event..BUT…if you still have interest in attending, please email Jacqueline Tiley at jacqueline.tiley@whalerespite.org.
Join us to learn more about WHALE Respite Center, how we got here, what services we will be offering, how our services will impact families with children with delays and disabilities - we have a parent joining us, and how you can help support respite care services!
We will be hosting this free luncheon event at AIMS Community College Welcome Center 4901 W. 20th St., Greeley CO 80634.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available, please call 970-888-2165 or email our Director of Philanthropy at jacqueline.tiley@whalerespite.org.
Colorado Gives Day
Be part of the largest day of giving in Colorado! Easily the best day to give.
GIVE BACK NIGHT AT 477 DISTILLING
WHALE receives 15% back on all drinks sold this night!
Come out to support WHALE Respite Care as we march towards our year end giving goals and our opening in 2024!
477 DISTILLING NON-PROFIT OF THE MONTH
WHALE receives 10% of proceeds for this month’s Drink of the entire Month of November! Stop by to support Respite Care and enjoy a special beverage!
Trunk or Treat
Calling all ghosts, goblins, superheroes, Harry Potter characters, Barbies and whatever you Halloween Costume inspire, to join us for our first WHALE Respite Care hosted event! We hope to see you Saturday, Oct. 21st between 10 am and 1 pm, 5699 West 20th Street, Greeley, CO 80634. Stop by from some treats and to see the progress towards opening in 2024!
Give Back Night at 477 DistillING
WHALE receives 15% back on all drinks sold this night.
ON AIR WITH KFKA for Colorado Gives Day
Lacy and Kristin will be featured on the radio from 6:45 to 7:00am to talk about and promote WHALE on Colorado Gives Day.
477 Distilling Non-profit of the month
WHALE is the non-profit of the month and receives 10% back on the drink of the month for the entire month of December.