John,

There’s no question, 2020 will be remembered as “The Year of COVID.”

But even a global pandemic was not able to stop your caring compassion in the fight against child sex trafficking.

Because of your strong year-end support, we have met and surpassed the $230,000 New Hope Matching Challenge!

The messages your support conveys to survivors of sex trafficking are, “You matter!” and “We stand with you!”

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Please take just a moment to watch this great thank-you video from some of our partners and survivors — whom your support has blessed in a big way!

         

Not only will your generosity continue to help Shared Hope in our multi-pronged approach to bring an end to trafficking — prevent, restore, and bring justice — but it will do so with double the impact.

And the timing could not be more perfect.

In 2021, we will be able to continue standing in the gaps for survivors as they face additional challenges caused by the impact of the pandemic, providing safety, stability, sustained specialized services, and hope.

We are challenging states to get on board with our advanced legislative framework for the Report Cards on Child & Youth Sex Trafficking, introduced this past November at the kickoff of our “State Action. National Change.” campaign. This blueprint for action will motivate states to pass stronger laws that help survivors access care and opportunities to heal, as well as protect them against future harm.

And as our nation’s children continue to spend more time online, we are working harder than ever to raise awareness of internet-based dangers and how you can protect them.

This could not happen without the generosity and action of friends like you.

Thank you for caring. Thank you for giving. And thank you for the difference you’re already making in the lives of survivors in 2021.

With deepest gratitude,

Marissa McCormick
Director of Relationships & Growth Strategies
Shared Hope International