Thrive and Shine

Saturday, August 2, 2025 | 9am - 2pm (drop-in)

Liberty Oaks, Franklinton NC

Be part of our beginning.
Join us August 2 to experience Liberty Oaks in action.

Liberty Oaks was founded by Stephanie Kaeberlein, who turned her personal story of unimaginable grief into a mission for restoring hope. Liberty Oaks empowers families in crisis to connect, heal, grow, and THRIVE. You are invited into this life-changing vision to restore hope in families.

What You'll Experience on August 2, 2025

Thrive and Shine is a vision tour—a chance to experience firsthand what Liberty Oaks is building and why this work matters!
 
Whether you’ve been personally affected by trauma, feel called to impact families in crisis, or are looking to serve in a life-changing outreach, this event is for you.
 
Walk through a series of guided stations across the Liberty Oaks property, designed to show you our mission in action:
  • Mission & Vision Pavilion – Experience the “why” behind Liberty Oaks through storyboards, video, and interactive conversations.
  • Healing Garden Preview – Walk through our plans for the therapeutic healing garden, a place designed to promote relaxation, well-being, and restoration; as well as a practical tool for therapists and those affected by trauma to use in their important work together.
  • Crisis Response Station – See firsthand how we equip people to respond to families going through crisis in the first 48 hours of major trauma (particularly suicide).
  • Retreats & Thrive Events Showcase – Discover how Liberty Oaks will serve families, partner with non-profits, and lead events promoting connection, healing, and growth to ultimately thrive, not just survive.
  • October 5 Banquet Preview – Reserve your spot at the Fall Banquet as an Ambassador or a Table Captain.
RSVP by July 30 to Join

You'll Also Enjoy

  • Light refreshments under the oaks.
  • Community wellness tables from trusted local providers.
  • A calm and engaging Kids Corner with nature crafts, activities, and snacks.
  • Time to walk the beautiful property.

Our Invitation to You

This is the beginning of something bold!
 
Liberty Oaks trauma response work, healing gardens and walk-talk trails on the property, staffing, and strategic development are all vital to restoring hope for families in crisis.
 
Your presence at Thrive and Shine @ Liberty Oaks helps launch the vision.
 
While admission is free on Aug. 2, this is a mission-driven, donor-supported event.
 
You’ll have an opportunity to:
  • Connect us to families you know who are going through severe crisis.
  • Connect us to resources that make a life-changing difference with families.
  • Reserve your spots for our upcoming October 5 Fundraising Banquet or host a whole table.
  • Join our Liberty Oaks Task Force.
  • Become a Liberty Oaks Ambassador.
 
You’re not just attending an event. You’re stepping into a mission that matters.
RSVP by July 30 to Join
“Liberty Oaks grew from the hardest season of my life. I lost my husband to suicide. I became a single mom shortly after also losing both my parents. My losses extended far beyond just losing key people in my life, though….
And yet, I believed healing was possible—not just for me, but for others.
Liberty Oaks became a promise to myself and to every family navigating deep trauma:
You are not alone.
You can heal.
And we will walk with you as you do.”

A Note From Our Founder, Stephanie Kaeberlein

RSVP and Join THRIVE & Shine!

Interested in Partnering?

We love to partner. If you (or someone you know) want to partner with us through your business/non-profit as part of our Aug. 2 event, contact us today.

Apply To Become A Partner