Innocence Freed (innocencefreed.org) invites the community to its 2026 Rise Up Gala on Thursday, October 8, at the Relevant Center in Elkhorn. This inspiring evening will unite business leaders, churches, community members and advocates to raise critical support for girls and women who have experienced human traffi cking and sexual exploitation.
The gala will feature keynote speaker Hope Beryl-Green, an Epstein child trafficking survivor, author and internationally recognizedadvocate whose story has inspired audiences around the world. Guests will also hear powerful stories of hope and resilience while learning how Innocence Freed is expanding trauma-informed, survivor-led services throughout Nebraska and beyond.
Funds raised will support survivor advocacy, prevention education, life skills programming, stability assistance, equine-assisted learning and the organization’s vision to establish residential homes for adult women and girls seeking long-term healing.
Businesses and individuals are invited to attend, sponsor the event or partner with Innocence Freed in bringing hope, healing and freedom to survivors. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now at innocencefreed.org.