An Evening of Inspiration, Impact, and Partnership
Join us for Sanctuary in Trauma’s annual fundraising dinner as we gather to cultivate Hope for women walking through trauma, grief, loss, and hardship.
Enjoy an elegant evening featuring a delicious dinner, meaningful fellowship, inspiring stories of transformation, and opportunities to partner with the work God is doing through Sanctuary in Trauma.
No Cost to Attend | RSVP Required
Downers Grove, IL
October 15, 2026
Program: 6 - 8pm
100+
of women served
55+
Trainers Trained
12
Week Curriculum
12
Week Curriculum
8+
States
Cultivating Hope
At Sanctuary in Trauma, we believe that healing happens when women are surrounded by Biblical truth, caring community, and the hope found in Christ.
Every day, women come to us carrying stories marked by trauma, grief, broken relationships, loss, and difficult life circumstances. Through gospel-centered curriculum we create spaces where women can be seen, known, and reminded that they are not alone. Our training equips churches and ministries to use the SiT curriculum, enabling them to walk alongside hurting women in their communities.
Together, we are cultivating places where women can encounter eternal Hope.
Why We Gather
At Sanctuary in Trauma, we believe that healing happens when women are surrounded by Biblical truth, caring community, and the hope found in Christ.
Every day, women come to us carrying stories marked by trauma, grief, broken relationships, loss, and difficult life experiences. Through Christ-centered curriculum, mentoring, retreats, and training, we create spaces where women can be seen, known, and reminded that they are not alone.
Together, we are cultivating places where women can encounter Christ and discover lasting hope.
A Story of Hope
“Sanctuary in Trauma provided a safe place for me to heal and grow. One of the things I loved most was the community. I was able to invite friends to attend with me, and I would encourage others to do the same—don’t walk through it alone.
Knowing that the SiT team was praying for me every week was incredibly meaningful.
Learning to recognize the lies I believed and say, ‘This is not from the Lord,’ was life-changing. It gave me a practical tool that I continue to use every day.”
–Grace, SiT Participant 2026
What To Expect
An Evening You’ll Enjoy
Upscale Dinner
Enjoy a delicious buffet-style meal and meaningful fellowship.
Founder Message
Hear ministry updates and impact from the SiT Founders.
Stories of Hope
Listen to powerful testimonies of healing and transformation.
Silent Auction
Bid on Auction and Raffle items while supporting women seeking hope.
Future Vision
Learn how SiT is expanding its impact through new pro development.
Partner With Us
Discover meaningful ways to help cultivate hope for women in need.
Flourishing Through Faithful Partnership
The need for healing does not end after one season.
Many women desire continued Biblical guidance, practical tools, and Christ-centered community as they continue their journey toward healing.
Funds raised through this event will support the development of Sanctuary in Trauma’s next 12-week curriculum, scheduled to launch in September 2027.
This new program will build upon the impact of our current curriculum and provide additional opportunities for women to experience hope, healing, and spiritual growth through Biblical truth and supportive community.
Your generosity will help make possible the research, writing, piloting, and refinement needed to bring this new resource to women and churches across the country.

