Thank you to our supporters

The women who rest with us are held by more than these six secluded acres in Port Stephens. They are held by a community of donors, partners, and quiet contributors who believe rest should be within reach. Thank you for standing alongside us.

Our community

Who stands with the Sanctuary

We are grateful to the individuals, families, local businesses, and community organisations who give time, funding, and in-kind support to the Sanctuary.

We are also grateful to the counsellors, therapists, and support services who refer women to us as part of a broader pathway of care. We are working on a fuller acknowledgement here so each contribution can be honoured properly.

Shape Australia

Silver sponsor

SHAPE Australia is a leading Australia-wide fitout and construction services specialist. Headquartered in Sydney, with nine branches across major capital cities and regional centres, SHAPE delivers projects across many sectors, including commercial buildings, new build and modular construction, facades, defence, education, health, hospitality, and retail.

With more than 526 people, an award-winning company culture and a Net Promoter Score of +77, SHAPE brings transparency, a partnership approach, and three decades of experience to its work.

SHAPE is committed to a safe and inclusive workplace, with a culture of respect, understanding and acceptance for all their people. Working in a traditionally male-dominated industry, they have spent the last ten years developing practical initiatives to encourage more women to join the industry and build fulfilling careers in a safe and supportive environment.

"We are thrilled to partner with Women's Healing Sanctuary and hope to support their incredible work in celebrating courageous women and helping those in need."

Community sponsors

Community Sponsors pledge between $1,000 and $4,999 to directly support women. Their generosity helps us offer sponsored stays and care for our beautiful environment, so that every woman has the opportunity to rest and restore.
We are sincerely grateful for our Community Sponsors.

Sanctuary Partners

Our partners provide in-kind goods and services that help the women who stay with us feel safe, nurtured and cared for.

"I was drawn to the powerful mission and peaceful beauty of Women’s Healing Sanctuary. The photographs framed at the Sanctuary represent the strength and wisdom that nature offers with the intention to hold, nurture and support the women who visit the Sanctuary."

GAELS Photography donates a percentage of each sale of photographs hanging at the Sanctuary.

"At Skin Inspiration, we offer non-surgical solutions to support you to be the best version of yourself. It is our privilege to provide nurturing AHAVA skin products for guests at the Women’s Healing Sanctuary. In our skin clinic we meet women from diverse backgrounds experiencing exhaustion, sadness, or trauma, who are often unfamiliar with the concept of deep rest. We love to tell them about Women’s Healing Sanctuary."

Workshop Partners

Our partners provide in-kind goods and services that help the women who stay with us feel safe, nurtured and cared for.

Women’s Healing Sanctuary is the venue of choice for the Relational Recovery Centre, hosting their small group therapy sessions, workshops, and weekend retreats. Together, we provide a supportive and nurturing environment for women, and their partners, seeking healing and restoration from the impacts of betrayal trauma. Our collaboration aims to support participants on their journey toward emotional recovery, renewed strength, and personal growth.

By choosing Women’s Healing Sanctuary for your small group retreat, you join us in supporting women through turbulent or exhausting times.

As Director and Senior Therapist of ARISE Counselling Solutions, Sharalyn Drayton works with clients navigating intimate partner betrayal. She also supports clients experiencing grief, loss, depression and anxiety.

Sharalyn is the Chair and Co-Founder of Women’s Healing Sanctuary and regularly hosts small group workshops for her clients to support their healing journey. She brings many years of professional and life experience to her work.

Supporters

Our supporters always cheer us on, enabling us to continue our mission.

Your support

Together, you make this possible

Every contribution helps create a calm, supportive environment where women can pause, breathe, and reconnect in their own time.

Women’s Healing Sanctuary is a registered Australian charity with Deductible Gift Recipient status, which means every gift is held with care and accountability. Your support keeps our doors open for women who simply need somewhere safe to rest.

Making stays more affordable

Donations and partnerships help keep retreat stays within reach for women who need time away but face financial barriers.

Creating subsidised pathways

Your support funds subsidised stays for women who would otherwise find a retreat out of reach, giving more women access to rest and recovery.

Keeping the experience human

Community support allows us to keep care, privacy, and dignity at the centre of every stay, rather than cutting back on what matters most.

Sustaining the Sanctuary itself

The calm, supported environment women arrive to is maintained by the generosity of those who believe rest should be available to more women.

Why Sponsor?

Sponsor, partner or support

By sponsoring the Women’s Healing Sanctuary, you are directly impacting the lives of women during their darkest days, helping them turn their trauma into a source of strength and resilience. As the only dedicated sanctuary for women experiencing grief, loss and trauma in Australia, your support helps us offer sponsored stays and maintain our beautiful environment, ensuring every woman has the opportunity to heal and restore. Join us in our mission. Together, we can provide a sanctuary of hope and healing for women in need.