REST @REST_Seattle

REST was founded in 2009 and exists to expand pathways to freedom, safety, and hope in order to end sex trafficking. iwantrest.org Seattle, WA Joined February 2012

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REST @REST_Seattle

2 days ago

💜 Volunteer at A Night of REST (Oct 23, Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue)! Help with check-in, greeting, auction, or setup/teardown. One shift or full evening—training provided. Sign up 👉 signupgenius.com/go/10C0548AAAF…

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3 days ago

🍂 September @ REST: Learn. Volunteer. Pray. 9/15 Morning Prayer (virtual) — 8–8:30a 9/16 Caffeinated Conversations — 10:30a–12:30p @ Third Place Commons (17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park) 9/18 H.O.P.E. Training (virtual) —12–1:30p and 6–7:30p

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REST @REST_Seattle

2 weeks ago

💛 Welcome Mahrukh Motafram, REST’s Interim Director of Philanthropy & Marketing! With 10+ years in nonprofit development and fundraising, she’s passionate about building donor relationships and mobilizing resources for survivors. Learn more: iwantrest.org/about/our-team

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REST @REST_Seattle

3 weeks ago

💜 Big thanks to The Butterfly Effect in Kirkland! After learning about REST’s mission, they’re donating grocery gift cards and socks to support survivors. ✨ Grateful for community partners who help expand freedom, safety, and hope!

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REST @REST_Seattle

3 weeks ago

💛 Welcome Janelle Washington, our new Director of Finance & Operations! With 10+ years in nonprofit leadership, she’s passionate about helping teams thrive. Learn more about her here: iwantrest.org/about/our-team

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REST @REST_Seattle

3 weeks ago

From cooking classes to spa nights, collaborative art, a zoo trip w/ @WARN_Sea, and a summer BBQ, our recent events built joy, connection, and community, thanks to you. 💛

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REST @REST_Seattle

4 weeks ago

Nominations are open for this year's Stronger Together Award! 🏆 Know someone making a real impact in the fight to end sex trafficking? Nominate them by Sept. 8. Winner will be honored at A Night of REST on Oct. 23. Nominate here: form.jotform.com/221864320358051

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REST @REST_Seattle

a month ago

August @ REST: Learn. Volunteer. Pray. 8/7 H.O.P.E. (virtual) — Service providers 12–1:30p; Community 6–7:30p 8/15 Volunteer Day — 10–11:30a (on-site) 8/18 Morning Prayer — 8–8:30a (virtual) Details/RSVP: iwantrest.org/events Volunteer: [email protected]

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REST @REST_Seattle

a month ago

🎨 Artists & creatives, we need you! Donate original artwork to A Night of REST's silent auction and support survivors of sex trafficking. Theme: Providing Restful Nights and Sparking Dreams 🗓 Deadline: Sept 23 🔗 Details: iwantrest.com/a-night-of-res… 📧 [email protected]

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REST @REST_Seattle

2 months ago

Want to fight sex trafficking? 💪 Join REST’s free virtual H.O.P.E. Training on Thurs, Aug 7. Open to all—community members & service providers. Learn to: ✔️ Spot the signs ✔️ Respond with care ✔️ Prevent exploitation ✔️ Hear real stories Register here: iwantrest.com/events

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REST @REST_Seattle

2 months ago

#ThrowbackThursday to the surprise charcuterie spread from some of our wonderful volunteers! 🧀🥖💜 A perfect boost for our staff training. Want to bless the REST crew? Volunteer-made meals keep us—and survivors—fueled. Email [email protected] to help.

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REST @REST_Seattle

2 months ago

Big win last night! 🏀💜 REST joined @ProvSwedish, @APIChayaSEA, WARN, and @theIRC in WA at the @seattlestorm game to share resources and raise #EndTrafficking awareness. Extra cheers for REST co-founder Audrey Baedke, named an Honorary Coach! 👏

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REST @REST_Seattle

2 months ago

Big thanks to the college students & young adults from Generation 81 ministry and Pastor Jeff Pernsteiner for visiting REST yesterday on their Seattle nonprofit tour! Your questions & passion inspire us. 💜

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REST @REST_Seattle

3 months ago

Grateful to join last Saturday’s Skyway #Juneteenth Celebration at Campbell Hill Elementary—free food, family-friendly activities, and even horse rides! Thanks to the organizers, volunteers, and everyone who visited the REST table. #ThrowbackThursday #HappyJuneteenth

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REST @REST_Seattle

3 months ago

☕ Caffeinated Conversations is today! Join us 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at Grand Central Bakery in Seattle (Wallingford) for coffee + convo on sex trafficking & REST’s mission. 📢 Last one before our summer break—we’ll be back this fall!

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REST @REST_Seattle

3 months ago

🌟 Join REST’s Board! Legal, HR, or finance pros needed to shape strategy & amplify survivor voices. Email [email protected] (subject “Board Interest”) with your background & why our mission matters to you.💜

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REST @REST_Seattle

3 months ago

Thank you @encountereast! Your $5.5K gift, phone drive & extra donations give survivors a lifeline. 🙌 Watch the talk: subsplash.com/u/encountereas… Need a REST speaker? Email [email protected] 💜

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REST @REST_Seattle

3 months ago

🚨 2–3K people are trafficked nightly in Seattle—many unhoused teens. Six @SeattlePacific nursing students teamed up with REST on a project to create a guide that helps parents & teachers spot sex‑trafficking red flags early. Huge thanks for turning knowledge into prevention! 💜

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REST @REST_Seattle

3 months ago

🌞 June is brimming with ways to champion survivors—pray, learn, serve, and connect with us. Your participation lights the path to freedom, safety, and hope. 💜 Explore the lineup and RSVP: iwantrest.com/events