News Release

WINONA LAKE — The K21 Health Foundation (K21) has awarded a grant of $20,000 to the Lost Sparrows Trauma Conference.

The event will provide trauma-informed education to local foster and adoptive families, teachers and community members.

“We are consistently inspired by the work that Lost Sparrows is doing directly in our community and around the world to help children and families thrive,” said K21 Health Foundation President and CEO Rich Haddad. “It’s a privilege to support them to equip people with information and resources about the effects of trauma through this conference in our community.”

Advocating for the worth and potential of every child, Lost Sparrows works to empower and equip families, caregivers and communities to love, nurture, and protect vulnerable children. Lost Sparrows offers programs that educate and advocate for the orphan crisis, as well as resources for families and children in need.

Through their education program, Lost Sparrows has trained more than 2,400 families on trauma care. 

“Partnering with K21 enables us to continue providing life-changing education for those who care for individuals affected by trauma,” says Lost Sparrows President Darren Gagnon. “We’re incredibly thankful for K21’s support and for their continuous efforts to better the health and wellness of our community.”

The conference will be held from Friday, Oct. 14, to Saturday, Oct.15, 2022, at Grace College in Winona Lake. It will feature breakout sessions, panel discussions and keynote sessions with speakers, including George Dennehy, Gaelin Elmore and Bryan Post.

For the conference schedule, list of speakers and registration information, visit www.lsconference.org.