10/19/2026
Some moments are too meaningful to rush past, and Operation Hope: Built for Beyond was one of them!
Saturday, we came together as a community, but what took place was so much more than a gathering. We made room for reflection, honest conversations, encouragement, laughter, and moments that touched the heart.
And one of the most beautiful parts? THE PEOPLE! From 6 months old to 76 years young, men and women, different generations, different backgrounds, and different life experiences all came together under one roof with one common connection: HOPE!
That alone speaks volumes! Because no matter our age, gender, or where life has taken us, we all need hope, encouragement, and a reminder that there's still more ahead.
Through powerful messages centered on the mind, body, and soul, we were challenged to examine our thinking, embrace healing, and recognize that there is still purpose beyond what we've endured.
We shared stories, made connections, lifted one another up, and reminded each other that HOPE is not just something we hold on to. It's something we put into motion!
To our phenomenal speakers, Argrow-Hall Stacey, Paula Kreissler, and Lee Holmes, thank you for the wisdom, authenticity, and love you poured into the room. To our beautiful vocalist, Cilvetta Youmans Garvin, thank you for blessing us with your gift of song!
We also want to give a SPECIAL SHOUTOUT to two giants in our community, Dr. Elsie Smalls and Dr. Reddick MD!
These two are more than respected voices in healthcare. They are trusted sounding boards, advocates, and champions for the health and well-being of our city. Their presence and continued commitment to our community mean more than words can express. Thank you both for showing up, standing with us, and continuing to be voices that help move our community forward!
To our volunteers, donors, supporters, and everyone who traveled from Savannah, Atlanta, and surrounding communities, THANK YOU! Every contribution, every helping hand, and every person who walked through those doors helped make this experience possible.
And let's not forget the heart behind our gathering: raising funds to help meet the unmet needs of lupus warriors in Savannah and surrounding counties. Your support allows us to continue turning compassion into action.
As we share these pictures, we're reminded that the beauty of Saturday wasn't simply in what we planned. It was in the people, the connections, and the moments we created together.
We pray that what was planted in that room continues to grow long after the event.
The event may be over, but the impact doesn't have to end here.
From all of us at the DeLoach Lupus Foundation, THANK YOU for helping us bring HOPE to life! 💜
