Here’s what happened in 2025 — here’s where we want to go.
More victims of domestic violence and human trafficking are finding hope and restoration today than they were last year — because of you.
Through a season of unprecedented growth, you stood beside us. You volunteered your time in our shelter; you gave sacrificially to support the work we’re doing with survivors; you showed up for us again and again, and we couldn’t have done what we do without you.
But we can’t stop now. As we launch into 2026, we have a heart to continue meeting the needs of more individuals in need of hope and restoration.
Our crisis shelter continues to operate at capacity. Our brand-new transitional living program will also be at capacity by the time you’re reading this letter, and our non-residential program continues to experience rapid growth as more survivors find us. People in Tulsa and beyond desperately need what we have to offer. So many need support as they begin writing their next chapters.
We have a year-end goal of raising $400,000 to continue helping individuals and families escaping from abuse and trafficking and running toward light.
In the coming pages, you’re going to read about a few of these people—their stories, challenges, hopes, and experiences. I encourage you to remember that stories like the ones we’re writing here at The Spring simply don’t happen without your support.
Will you give the gift of safety, comfort, and Christ-like care to those we serve?
We’re anticipating a year of excitement in 2026, but that comes with challenges. There will be obstacles to overcome. There will be days of discouragement and hard work. But with your help, and the help of an amazing community of supporters, we know that we can overcome those challenges and provide life-giving care to survivors.
Thank you for giving to The Spring.
With Gratitude,
Leslie Clingenpeel
Chief Executive Officer
25
A Year of Impact & Growth
2,374
Crisis calls were received and triaged
Through emergency crisis shelter, transitional living, and non-residential services, The Spring provides life-changing restoration to those affected by violence and trafficking. 2025 was a year of incredible growth for our mission, and the numbers below represent just a snapshot of the impact your gift makes.
135
Adults found safety at our crisis shelter
44%
Increase in non-residential clients served
30+
People moved into The
Ridge, our new transitional living facility
101
Children found safety at our crisis shelter
200+
Law enforcement officials were trained by The Spring staff
When Brittney Gant was eight, a simple t-shirt changed everything. She was visiting her mom for the weekend at what was then DaySpring Villa. These visits weren’t new. Her mom had long struggled with addiction and often sought shelter from abusive relationships, and Brittney usually arrived feeling anxious and unsure.
Lynn Bryant sat across from a young woman in a small, dingy room, serving as part of The Spring’s emergency response team during an operation by law enforcement partners. ERT advocates are often the first safe person a victim meets. They explain what is happening, offer support, and stay present during every law enforcement interaction.
On this night, Lynn simply listened as the young woman shared the heavy experiences that brought her there. She described how a trafficker had gained control by feeding her addiction and offering gifts. When Lynn felt led to pray, the woman reached for her hand, and the two cried together. She chose not to accept services that night, but she left with information and a rare moment of safety.
Outside of ERT work, Lynn leads The Spring’s Non-Residential Services Program, which helps survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, trafficking, and stalking who do not need full-time shelter. Clients can receive case management, counseling, legal guidance, and support groups in person or online. Many are still living with an abuser and rely on NR Services to build safety plans and prepare for a safe transition.
Demand for these services has grown by more than 44 percent this year. Increased awareness, supported by donor giving, is helping more survivors learn they can access help even while still in the home.
Lynn also provides community trainings that teach healthy relationship skills and how to recognize danger.
Lynn sees every interaction as planting a seed. Not everyone is ready for help immediately, but moments of compassion can become turning points. She believes the young woman she met may remember that night and reach out again.
And she will be ready to welcome her when she does.
The Spring’s Transitional Living Program provides more than shelter. It gives survivors a future that finally feels possible.
