🌟 Survivor Leaders Retreat - Help Us Reach Our Goal! 🌟

October 3–5, 2025 | Oklahoma City
Hosted by Second and 50th, Devildog Canine, and Survivor Source

Current sponsors: The Woolf Group, Safehouse Project, Sentinal Foundation, Lifeline Pilots, Survivor Network Virginia, Survivor Network NC

Empower Survivor Leaders. Change the Movement.

This October, 30–35 survivor leaders will gather in Oklahoma City for a transformative weekend. Half of these leaders are from right here in Oklahoma, representing our local survivor community. The other half— nationally recognized leaders from across the U.S.—are shaping the anti-trafficking movement through direct services, investigations, policy work, mental health initiatives, and training.

Thanks to Lifeline Pilots, travel for 12 of our out-of-state participants is already covered.

💰 Our Funding Needs

We're raising funds to cover:

$300+ for Hoshin Dojo rental (self-defense training venue)
4 meals for 30 people (Friday dinner + 3 Saturday meals)
Lodging for out-of-state participants
Transportation and supplies
Wellness activities and materials

BONUS: Any additional funds raised will support Devil Dog Canine's work providing service dogs to survivors (we're still raising $5K for Luna, a service dog in training)!

🎁 We Need In-Kind Donations Too!

Help us create amazing goodie bags! We're seeking donations of:

Self-care items (bath bombs, essential oils, journals, tea, candles)
Jewelry (especially meaningful or empowering pieces)
Self-defense keychains and safety tools
Books, stickers, or inspirational items
Small wellness products

Contact us about donating items for our participant gift bags!

✨ Sponsorship Opportunities

$100 – Swag Bag Sponsor
Provide items for participant goodie bags or fund their creation

$300 – Dojo Sponsor
Cover the full cost of our self-defense training venue and instruction

$400 – Meal Sponsor
Feed all participants for one full day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

$500 – Weekend Warrior Sponsor
Cover lodging for multiple out-of-state participants

$750 – Full Experience Sponsor
Support accommodations, meals, and wellness activities

$1,000+ – Movement Builder
Make the entire retreat possible AND support service dog training

All sponsors receive logo placement on materials and social media recognition!

💛 Why This Retreat Matters

Survivor leaders are the backbone of the anti-trafficking movement, but they rarely get time to rest, heal, and connect with peers. This retreat happens just before Judiciary session and National Anti-Human Trafficking Month—when their voices and strength are most crucial.

What participants will experience:

🥋 Empowering self-defense training at Hoshin Dojo
🎨 Healing art therapy sessions
🐾 Wellness activities (including potential service dog interactions)
🤝 Peer support from trauma-informed volunteers
🗣️ Strategic discussions on policy and advocacy
🍽️ Nourishing shared meals and genuine community
🎁 Self-care goodie bags to take home

🎯 Every Dollar Counts

We need YOUR support to reach our goal! Whether you can give $10, $100, or $1,000—every contribution directly impacts survivor leaders who are changing the world.

Donations are tax-deductible through SurvivorSource (501c3). We provide full transparency and documentation upon request.

How You Can Help RIGHT NOW:

💵 Donate any amount - every dollar makes a difference
🎁 Contribute goodie bag items - help us pamper these incredible leaders
📢 Share this campaign - help us reach more supporters
🏢 Sponsor at any level - get recognition while making an impact

Together, let's show survivor leaders they are valued, supported, and deserving of care.

Ready to make a difference? Donate below and help us create something truly special for these remarkable humans who are changing the world.

Thank you for believing in survivor leadership!

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