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When: Thursday, October 23, 2025 from 6-9 p.m.

Where: Holiday Inn: 800 S. IL Rt. 31, Crystal Lake, IL 

What: An evening of impact for survivors of trafficking and exploitation. Event includes:

  • Appetizers
  • Cocktails
  • Plated dinner and dessert
  • Live music from Griffin Williams
  • Live performance featuring survivor testimonies from Eternal Buzz
  • Energetic live auction with incredible packages
  • Raffles, games, and Vacation Station

Attire: Cocktail / semi-formal

— Her Victories — 

"Having a chance to heal in a safe place means somebody thought I was worth it, even when I dared not believe I was." 

 

"My childhood experiences made me believe that I could not be loved. Because of you, I actually believe I am worthy of love now."

 

"I had nothing ... forced to be a prostitute, addictedsick ... until I cried out to God to help me. He sent my trafficker to jail, delivered me from drugs, helped me mourn, and restored my health."

 

"For so long I prayed for a home. I was living in my car, asking God to bring me a home. And wouldn't you know it -- here I am now -- home at Refuge!"

 

"I definitely had to get out of my victim mentality and learn that what people did to me, and the life I had been born into, did not determine the character of God who created me."

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