Support Our Mission

In March 2019, Cindy and Erin envisioned creating a space where Adopted Folks, DCPs, LDAs, and NPEs could come together to heal from shared experiences. Despite having no prior event planning experience, we embraced the challenge wholeheartedly, leading to the inaugural Jersey Shore Round Table Retreat in October 2019. From the very beginning, we were committed to building a nonprofit organization but approached the process with careful intention and dedication.

Since our inception, we have brought together over 500 individuals seeking solace, support, and understanding within our community. While this number may seem modest, the impact on each person who has entrusted us with their healing journey has been immeasurable.

As we explored the transition to nonprofit status, the pandemic disrupted the world, yet we remained steadfast. Operating as an LLC with nonprofit principles, we continued our mission without taking salaries, believing that our future lay in officially becoming a nonprofit. In 2022, we took the formal steps to make this vision a reality. On March 8, 2023, we received the life-changing news: Hiraeth Hope & Healing, Inc. was officially recognized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Throughout this journey, we have remained entirely self-sustaining, relying on contributions from attendees and often supplementing costs personally to uphold the quality of our retreats. Now, as a fully recognized 501(c)(3) organization (EIN: 92-2753370), we invite you to support our mission. Your tax-deductible donations directly fund retreat expenses, peer-to-peer support, and scholarships, ensuring equitable access to those facing financial hardship. Check with your employer about donation matching to maximize your impact.

We proudly uphold our grassroots ethos—no board member has ever, or will ever, receive compensation for their service. With your support, we can continue transforming lives and expanding opportunities for healing.