About The Banks
Our Why
A decade of global data confirms the need is urgent:
1 in 3 women will experience sexual assault, relationship violence, or stalking in her lifetime. Communities often rally well during the crisis, then support drops off. The Banks fills this critical “second-stage” gap with time, tools, and guidance to move from surviving to a sustainable future.
What We’ll Provide
At A Glance
4-Day Minimum Restorative Stay
Personalized Plans With Aftercare
Personalized wellness plans that continue after guests return home, with vetted local providers.
Integrated Care Services
Counseling, legal and advocacy support, medical coordination, wellness, and daily living support.
Healing Arts & Recreation
Individualized Attention
Survivors & their families served annually
Guest Cottages
Building & Conference Space
Qualified Staff Members
3 stages of Survival
How Second-Stage Care Works
Many survivors never get the focused time and coordinated help that second-stage care requires, which can leave them stuck. By centralizing services and pairing them with restorative space and expert guidance, The Banks becomes the bridge to a healthy next chapter.
1. Crisis
In this stage, survivors find themselves in the middle of the crisis. Decisions made here are often out of necessity.
2. Second-Stage
During this time, the processing of the crisis and its aftereffects occurs. With the right support, healing can begin.
3. Sustainable Future
With physical, emotional, and spiritual needs addressed, survivors are ready to embark on healthy & fulfilling futures.
Meet the Founders
Shannon + Brett
Shannon Henry and Brett Brown are nationally respected leaders in survivor advocacy, trauma-informed program design, and systems-level violence prevention. With decades of combined experience, they have equipped attorneys, first responders, educators, military units, and faith leaders across around the world to respond to survivors with skill, clarity, and compassion.
Together, they have partnered with top national and international organizations, including the U.S. Departments of State and Justice, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United Nations, the FBI, and the U.S. Military. Their joint body of work includes designing high-impact training, consulting on complex cases and community responses, and developing prevention and intervention frameworks that strengthen safety and resilience across diverse communities.
At The Banks, Shannon and Brett will bring their complementary strengths to build a gold-standard healing environment for survivors. Shannon currently leads the vision for guest care excellence, culture, and long-term outcomes for survivors and their families. Brett oversees team operations, safety, and the seamless delivery of services that reduce retraumatization and accelerate healing.
United by mission and grounded in expertise, they are redefining what trauma-informed care can look like by pairing compassion with strategy, and immediate support with long-term transformation.
A Few Quick Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes The Banks different?
Can I tour the facilities?
Does The Banks have plans to expand in the future?
Future plans include additional guest lodging at our South Carolina location, as well as expansion of The Banks concept to strategic locations throughout the United States.
Do guests need to be religious or have a certain faith to attend?
The Banks Prospectus
We serve adult women survivors, their families, and the professionals who care for them. Alongside on-campus care, our conference center hosts year-round trainings to elevate community response and prevention practices. For a more in-depth look, check out "The Banks Prospectus" below.
Donate Today
Your donation has the power to
- Support Survivors
- Build The Banks
- Provide Prevention Education
- Empower Communities
- Sponsor I Will Survive Weekends
- Protect Lives from Violence & Abuse
- Train First Responders
- Provide Self Defense Courses