Connect 2 Change

A nonprofit organization
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$3,350 raised by 12 donors

6% complete

$52,500 Goal


WHAT WE DO

At Connect 2 Change, we walk alongside women at every stage of their healing journey—from escaping trafficking to building a new life.

We Do Two Things, And We Do Them Well:

1. Immediate Safety and Stabilization When a woman escapes sex trafficking, her first need is safety. We meet her exactly where she is—physically and emotionally—offering hotel shelter, hot meals, hygiene items, transportation, community connection and compassionate, peer-led support. Every woman receives dignity, discretion, and care from the very first moment.

2. Ongoing Growth and Empowerment When she’s ready for the next step, we provide professional coaching, mentorship, and personalized resource navigation. Women identify their dreams, set meaningful goals, and take bold steps toward becoming the best versions of themselves. Whether she wants to finish school, go to college, start a business, or find stable housing and get a job that amplifies her personal strengths, we help her map the path and walk it with her.


OUR APPROACH

We believe in starting small—and dreaming big. Inspired by Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, we begin with the basics and climb with her, offering ongoing support as she builds a future of her own choosing.

Some women find us in crisis. Others come for mentorship, coaching, and community connection.

This is more than a temporary crisis response. This is a journey to long-term transformation and sustainability.


WHY YOUR GIFT MATTERS

Your gift doesn’t just help a woman survive—it helps her stabilize, reconnect, dream, and begin again.

*$2 out of every $3 goes straight to the frontlines: hotel stays, meals, hygiene items, transportation, vital emergency care and ongoing supportive services.

*The final third? It keeps us going. It pays the staff, and powers the tools that ensure we’re ready the moment she reaches out.

This is more than a donation.

It’s A Rescue. A Reset. A Rebuild.



THANK YOU FOR INVESTING IN NEW BEGINNINGS

Because of you, women are finding safety, reclaiming their stories, and rebuilding lives filled with hope, stability and sustainability.


 Start small. DREAM BIG. Become Unstoppable.

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Mission

Connect 2 Change provides immediate shelter and support to women fleeing sex trafficking in Sacramento County. Through community partnerships, we connect survivors to essential services such as counseling, medical care, education, employment, and permanent housing programs.

Needs

YOUR CONTRIBUTION HELPS A WOMAN ESCAPE TRAFFICKING AND START AGAIN

At Connect 2 Change, your donation delivers more than relief—it opens the door to lasting transformation. Every dollar helps a woman escape exploitation, access support, and rebuild her future.

Here’s how your support creates real, measurable impact:

💜 $75 — Day of Abundance

Provides one full day of nourishing meals and personalized essentials for a woman just entering safety.

🚗 $100 — Safe Passage

Covers transportation—gas, ride shares, or bus fare—to reach services, appointments, and shelter.

🛏️ $750 — Sanctuary Starter

Covers three nights of emergency hotel shelter and meals.

💵 $1,000 — The New Bill in Town

Supports up to 5 days of shelter or a week of hot and healthy meals.

🌟 $2,500 — Week of Renewal

Funds one full week of survivor-informed care, including 7 nights of safe hotel shelter, daily meals, hygiene items, transportation, and an emergency flexibility fund.

🌈 $7,500 — Full Freedom Journey

Fully sponsors a woman’s complete two-week stay, covering emergency shelter, meals, essentials, 1:1 peer support, and follow-up services.

This investment not only meets her urgent needs—it helps fuel her long-term growth, future growth sessions, and connections to community resources.

EVERY CONTRIBUTION COUNTS

We deeply appreciate gifts of all sizes. Smaller donations collectively fund essential aspects of our programs, while larger contributions can sponsor comprehensive support for a woman in need. Whether it's $75 or $7,500, your generosity makes a significant difference.

MAXIMIZE YOUR IMPACT WITH MONTHLY GIVING

Consider becoming a monthly donor. Consistent support helps us plan ahead and provide continuous care, ensuring we're always ready to assist women when they take the courageous step toward freedom.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT

Your commitment to Connect 2 Change empowers women to reclaim their lives and build brighter futures. Together, we're making transformative change happen.

Equity Statement

At Connect 2 Change, we are committed to serving all women and their children impacted by sex trafficking, embracing diversity and fostering inclusivity regardless of age, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, race, ethnicity, or religion. We believe every woman deserves compassionate support and the opportunity to reclaim her life without fear of discrimination. Our mission is to provide a safe, empowering environment where survivors can heal, grow, and connect to lasting change, breaking down barriers to equity and ensuring dignity, hope, and opportunity for all.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Connect 2 Change

Year Established

2022

Tax id (EIN)

92-2684779

Mission Category

Human Services

Operating Budget

$0-$50,000

Organization Need

Funding: Unrestricted, Funding: Program, Funding: Other, Volunteers, In-Kind Donations, Space: Office or Other

Demographics Served

Women/Female-identifying

BIPOC Leadership

Executive Director/CEO

Local Counties Served

Sacramento, El Dorado, Placer, Yolo

Address

7902 Gerber Rd Suite 301
SACRAMENTO, CA 95828

Service areas

Sacramento County, CA, US

El Dorado Hills, CA, US, 95762

Placer County, CA, US

Yolo County, CA, US

Phone

916-287-3312

Email

info@connect2change.org

Website

https://connect2change.org

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