2026 FREEDOM TAKES FLIGHT Gala
Featuring the Warrior Awards
Join us for a night of celebration and exciting updates as we share what's next for Sacred Beginnings.
APRIL 24, 2026
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Stay and dance after the program!
The Goei Center
818 Butterworth St SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Hors-d'œuvres provided.
Formal attire recommended.
Tickets $75
2026 WARRIOR AWARDS
We are proud to recognize the fighters who work relentlessly to support victims of human trafficking and combat sexual exploitation in our community. 2026 voting has closed, and winners will be announced at the gala.
SILENT AUCTION
Win fabulous gift sets from wonderful businesses and organizations in our community through our silent auction. Prizes include gift cards to local restaurants and businesses, spa experiences, museums, and more! See our growing list of participating businesses below.
POWERFUL SPEAKERS
Hear from Leslie and other trafficking survivors as they share their incredible stories and how you can partner with us in this important work.
PADDLE RAISE + EVENT GOAL
Our goal is to raise $150,000 to combat human trafficking and serve victims right here in West Michigan. This means renovating our new Home Base facility in NW Grand Rapids, bolstering our transition home, facilitating support and recovery groups, emergency relief, and more. Thank you!!
JUSTICE ALLY SPONSOR
BECOME A SPONSOR
Multiple sponsorship levels available. See sponsorship packet for more details.
Questions? Email kgriffith@sbtp.org
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS
We're looking for friendly folks who are interested in setting up, greeting, tearing down, auction assistance, and more.
Questions? Email cdolehanty@sbtp.org
Silent Auction + Raffle Items Generously Donated By:
Silent Auction DONORS
Accidental Art
Adored Boutique
AHC Hospitality
Amway
Anna's House
Aqua-Tots Swim School
Ball Park Floral
Bell's Brewery
Blandford Nature Center
Blue Dog Tavern
Bridge Street Market
Celebration Cinema
Cherry Republic
Condado Tacos
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant
Corner Bar
Crowned Free
Design 1 Salon Spa
Elysian Salon
Founder's Brewing Co.
Frederick Meijer Gardens
Funky Buddha Yoga
FURN
Gordon Food Service
Grand Rapids Art Museum
Grand Rapids Griffins
Grand Rapids Public Museum
Grand Rapids Rise
Grand Rapids Symphony
Grand Rapids Whitecaps
Happy Cat Cafe
Holland Aquatic Center
House Rules Lounge
Kendra Scott
Long Road Distillers
Maple Hill Golf
Massage Envy
Missy Alison Photography
Noreen Owens Photography
Olives Restaurant
Real Seafood Co.
San Chez Bistro
Silva
Sparrows Coffee
Spectrum Entertainment Complex
Soar N Bounce
Spring Sweet
Stella's Lounge
St. Julian Winery
Terra Firma Bouldering Co.
The Sovengard
Trader Joe's
Tranquil North, LLC
Uccello's
Urban Jonny's Salon
Van Andel Arena
Vivant Brewery + Spirits
Whiskers Resort & Pet Spa
In-Kind DONORS
