Why the Restoration Institute Had to Be Built: Holding the Healers Who Hold Everyone Else
Key Takeaways The Restoration Institute was founded on a truth the nonprofit sector rarely acts on: The people carrying the most weight for their communities are almost never given permission to set it down. Caregiver burnout and nonprofit leader burnout are well-documented crises, but are among the least-funded problems in the social sector. The Restoration Retreat is not a wellness trend; it is a structured, intentional retreat for nonprofit leaders, educators, and caregivers who need burnout support that actually goes deep. Investing in the Restoration Institute is a force multiplier: when healers are restored, every community they serve benefits. Donors and partners can support...
From Trauma to Triumph: How Education Can Be a Pathway to Healing
From Trauma to Triumph: How Education Can Be a Pathway to Healing Every June, advocates, clinicians, and survivors observe PTSD Awareness Month, a dedicated time to pull back the curtain on a condition that affects millions of Americans each year. But awareness without action only goes so far. For parents, educators, and advocates who work with children and young adults every day, it’s essential to not only understand trauma but also know how to move through it. Healing through education is one of the most powerful tools we have. Why Trauma Doesn't Stop at the School Door Children don't leave their hardest experiences on the doorstep before walking...