Wellspring Living’s 2025 Courage Gala

Held at Flourish Atlanta, the event raised $650,000 and attracted 225 people supporting transformative care programs for survivors of human trafficking.

Tiffaney Graham, Ashia Carpenter, Tracee Smith, Ramona Houston

Wellspring Living’s annual Courage Gala raised an impressive $650,000 to support transformative care programs for survivors of human trafficking. The event, held at Flourish Atlanta, attracted 225 passionate supporters who came together, not only to fundraise but also to celebrate the incredible resilience of survivors.

Guests enjoyed a night filled with inspiration, highlighted by a keynote address from community advocate and philanthropist Nicole Morris, who received this year’s Courage Award. Morris is a dedicated mother, NFL wife, and passionate philanthropist focused on uplifting underserved communities and creating opportunities for families and children. Reflecting on her own advocacy work, Morris shared, “This recognition is not mine alone – it belongs to every mother, advocate, and brave soul who refuses to look away. Thank you for allowing me to be part of this beautiful mission to bring light, healing, and hope.”

Chris Keegan, Michelle Lopez, Hannah Palmquist
Chris Keegan, Michelle Lopez, Hannah Palmquist
Rebecca Hollingsworth, Lesley Foster
Rebecca Hollingsworth, Lesley Foster
Wellspring Living Founder Mary Frances Bowley
Cathy Scott

The event was made possible thanks to the generous contributions of title sponsors Delta Air Lines and UPS. Christian Murphy, CEO of Wellspring Living, praised the community’s support, stating, “Our guests came together with immense generosity, reminding us all of the power of community and compassion. This event was truly a testament to the resilience we see each day in our survivors.”

Atlanta Gas Light Foundation and Southwire made matching gifts during the Fund the Cause initiative, raising an additional $275,000 to support survivors of sexual exploitation.

Pastor Leonce Crump, Jr.
Pastor Leonce Crump, Jr.
Raheem Morris, Nicole Morris, Christian Murphy
Graydon Broms, Eleyna Broms, Kim Broms, Chrissy Granigan
Jessica Gaby, Rachel Harrison, Tom Harrison
Sam Gaby, Nathan Gaby, Jason Gaby, Chad Kirkendall, Hope Kirkendall
Wendy and Scott Hudgins
Wendy and Scott Hudgins
Carter Pniewski, Garrett Hale, Kiki Hale, Jennifer Hale
Heather Lively, Amanda Marshall, Jayson Janowski, Priscilla Janowski, Mary Marshall Burr, Mark Allenbach, Jonathan Lively
Jason Howard, Miranda Tuggle, Will Tuggle
Marlea Foster, Joy McVey, Cheryl Weldon, Sally Gibson, Bill Gibson, Helen Alston
Olivia George, Elle Eggleston, Jeff Scott, Savannah George
Jeff Cook, Chandra Moore, Zelan Banks, Saba Long, Monica Cook