Phoenix Recovery Academy Gala: A Night of Hope and Healing

This past weekend, Trinity’s Children had the incredible honor of attending the Phoenix Recovery Academy Gala — and what an unforgettable evening it was. The room was filled to capacity with passionate supporters, advocates, and families, all united by one shared mission: recovery, awareness, and hope.

We were deeply moved by the Academy’s commitment to empowering young people in recovery and helping them rebuild their lives with purpose and dignity. It was truly inspiring to witness so many hearts coming together to make a difference.

I was humbled and honored to deliver a keynote speech, sharing Trinity’s story. Her light, her laughter, and the heartbreaking reality of how fentanyl claimed her life far too soon. Sharing her story is never easy, but it’s why we do what we do. Every time we tell it, we keep her spirit alive and bring awareness to the deadly truth of this crisis.

During the Gala, we were proud to announce that Trinity’s Children is partnering with Phoenix Recovery Academy to create the Trinity Viola Ripley Scholarship, a fund designed to give a deserving student in recovery the opportunity to attend Phoenix and continue their journey toward healing and hope. We’ll be unveiling full details very soon, and we can’t wait to share how this scholarship will change lives in Trinity’s name.

The Gala was more than a celebration; it was a reminder that recovery is possible, hope is powerful, and when communities come together, we can save lives. 💜

Stay tuned for the official scholarship announcement and more updates from Trinity’s Children as we continue our mission to spread awareness, support families, and bring light to the darkness of the fentanyl epidemic.