24 Hours with Unbound Now
3:00 AMThe crisis line rings.A 15-year-old girl has been recovered after being lured online and trafficked. Local law enforcement calls our 24/7 crisis response line—answered every time by a trained, full-time advocate. Within minutes, our advocate throws on clothes and drives through quiet streets to meet them. In hand is a go-bag filled with clothes, […]
The Power of Simple Moments to bring Joy
Not every week do I get to spend time directly with our clients. As the Regional Director, much of my focus is on managing operations and ensuring every moving part works. That’s why I cherish the moments when I can hear the powerful stories from our advocates and youth care coaches at The Reagan—those who […]
The Power of TEAM
As I sat across from the young girl who had run away hours before, a wave of relief washed over me, but it was tinged with heartbreak. Her decision to flee wasn’t just about rebellion; it was the result of deep, complex trauma. When life becomes overwhelming, when coping seems impossible, people run—sometimes trying to […]
3:00am Wake-up Call
Most of us know that sinking feeling when the phone rings in the middle of the night. As we groggily awaken, a sense of panic sets in—nothing good ever happens at 3am. On the other end, it’s usually a call we dread, a crisis for which we never feel prepared. But for our advocates, those […]
Why Celebration Matters
Celebration is more than a moment of joy—it’s a powerful motivator. By definition, celebration is the act of honoring or holding an event to recognize something significant. Whether it’s a personal milestone, a team accomplishment, or a community victory, celebration is vital because it reinforces the values of hard work, perseverance, and growth. Do you […]