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The Banks

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The Future of The Banks

The Banks is moving from vision to reality: a restorative campus in South Carolina’s Midlands dedicated to second-stage healing for survivors, their families, and the professionals who serve them. Over the next phases, we’ll secure land, build thoughtfully, staff with compassion, and open our doors—so more women can move from crisis to a sustainable future.
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The Build Timeline

The Banks timeline & steps to work towards campus readiness

Phase 1: Site & Design

Finalize location, conduct environmental and geotech studies, secure permits, architectural plans.

Phase 2: Vertical Construction & Groundbreaking

Vertical build and procurement of furnishings.

Phase 3: Grand Opening

Doors open to welcome the first guests and the inaugural team.

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The Campus

At A Glance

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Purpose-Built for Healing

14 guest cottages plus a multipurpose building with counseling, advocacy/legal/medical coordination, wellness, and daily living support.
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Training & Prevention Hub

Conference center for year-round professional training to elevate community response and prevention.
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Restorative Activities

Art, gardening, recreation, and equine-assisted therapy woven into personalized daily rhythms.
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Personalized Aftercare

Each guest leaves with a vetted, local, step-by-step plan to sustain progress at home.
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Individualized Attention

A staffing model designed for individualized attention and thoughtful follow-through.

350

Survivors & their families served annually

14

Guest Cottages

10000 sq ft

Building & Conference Space

48

Qualified Staff Members

Open – Learn – Scale

Our Program Roadmap

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Year 1. Open & Learn

Phased opening with smaller cohorts; rigorous safety and quality checks; guest-journey refinements; foundational partnerships with local providers.

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Year 2. Steady Operations

Ramping toward steady-state capacity (e.g., ~24 sessions/year, ~14 guests/session) and expanded professional trainings; publish first outcomes report.

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Year 3. Model Maturity

Optimize guest outcomes and aftercare adherence; strengthen scholarship and endowment programs; explore replication in a second region.

A Few Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

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How can I donate?

Donations can be made through direct deposit, our website, checks and cash donations, Venmo, estate planning, gifts of real estate, PayPal Giving Fund, charitable remainder trusts (CRT), charitable lead trusts, retirement gift plans, life insurance gifts, matching corporate donations, or stock donations.

Are there naming and memorial opportunities for donors?
Yes, there are! Donors can choose from various naming options based on their giving level. From buildings to bricks, each opportunity is a chance to showcase your investment in our community.
Where will The Banks be located?
The Banks will be located in the Midlands of South Carolina. Our committed executive team as well as the developers, architects, and designers we’ve chosen are all located in South Carolina.
Can I tour the facilities?
Once the land is acquired, opportunities for touring will be open to potential investors, community partners, and leaders.
How do you plan to ensure the safety of guests at The Banks?
The safety and well-being of our guests are of the highest priority. Every detail of the building and the people in it are carefully chosen for purpose, protection, and performance. The Banks campus is under constant surveillance and equipped with the latest protective technology.

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.

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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
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