#LettersFromSurvivors / This one is from Tabitha, a survivor who graduated from the REST House, is now on staff at REST, and has been out of the life for over three years now.
REST Updates
From autumn decorations and collaborative artwork to Friday movie nights and a guest-inspired fruit sundae celebration, October was filled with creativity, laughter, and meaningful moments at REST's shelter! One guest also reached an exciting milestone, moving into her own apartment at the end of the month. Discover how these simple traditions, thoughtful gestures, and personal achievements helped make October a memorable month for guests and staff.
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Cozy up with something special this winter! Our limited-edition A Season of REST tea collection features six delicious, winter-inspired blends and three complementary pairings, perfect for sipping, sharing, and gifting. From cinnamon-spiced apples and freshly baked gingerbread to peppermint chocolate and festive cranberry citrus, each tea has a unique flavor and meaningful story connected to REST's mission. Plus, 5% of every purchase supports survivors of sex trafficking! Available only November 1 through January 31, discover the blends, explore their stories, and find your new winter favorite.
Events and Webinars, REST Updates
An unforgettable evening, an extraordinary community, and $600,000 raised for survivors of sex trafficking! This year's A Night of REST brought supporters together to honor 15 years of relationships, resilience, and restoration while looking ahead to a future shaped with survivors. From meaningful reflections on REST's journey to the impact of expanding shelter services, discover how this milestone event brought our community together to help create more opportunities for safety, healing, and stability. Read the full blog to see how your generosity is making a difference!
REST Updates
From a cultural food potluck to handwritten notes of encouragement and a quilt of gratitude, September was filled with meaningful moments at REST. Discover how shelter guests, staff, and eBay volunteers came together to create welcoming spaces, share traditions, and show how even the smallest acts of kindness can make a lasting impact.
REST Updates
Fifteen years ago, REST began with one bold belief: survivors deserve dignity, compassion, and real pathways forward. Since 2009, that belief has looked like calls answered when someone had nowhere else to turn, advocates showing up again and again, and a community refusing to look away. In our 15-year anniversary blog, we reflect on REST’s journey from our beginnings in 2009 through becoming an official 501(c)(3) in 2011, what this milestone truly represents, and why we’re more committed than ever to the work ahead. Read the full post to celebrate with us and see what’s next.
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