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THE STATS

Everyone Is Affected by Sexual Violence

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Every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted.
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Every 9 minutes, that victim is a child. Meanwhile, only 25 out of every 1,000 perpetrators will end up in prison.
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Every 68 seconds another American is sexually assaulted.
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Attempted rapes
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Completed rapes

1 out of every 6 American women has been the victim of an attempted or completed rape in her lifetime (14.8% completed, 2.8% attempted).

About 3% of American men—or 1 in 33—have experienced an attempted or completed rape in their lifetime.

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From 2009-2013, Child Protective Services agencies substantiated, or found strong evidence to indicate that, 63,000 children a year were victims of sexual abuse.

A majority of child victims are 12-17

Of victims under the age of 18: 34% of victims of sexual assault and rape are under age 12. 66% of victims of sexual assault and rape are age 12-17
(credit RAINN.com)

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Victims age 12-17
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Victims under age 12

End Sexual Violence

Chances are, you go about your day without worrying about your personal safety. Yet every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. Survivors often live in silence, burdened by shame, fear, and trauma that impacts their physical and mental well-being for years.

Millions of people, from all walks of life, are affected by sexual violence. Survivors often find themselves isolated, struggling to reclaim their sense of self, and facing emotional and psychological challenges that can prevent them from leading full, thriving lives. For some, this trauma impacts their ability to work, engage in relationships, or pursue education and personal goals.

Support Changes Everything

Just as clean water transforms communities, support for survivors can change lives. Healing isn’t just about surviving—it’s about reclaiming power, finding community, and breaking the cycle of silence. Through awareness, resources, and community action, we can provide survivors with the tools they need to heal, access justice, and build lives filled with hope and resilience.

What We Do

We focus on spreading the word through powerful platforms like docuseries, social media, and interviews across the country. Our mission includes attending expos and connecting with individuals during runs, directing survivors to local treatment centers where they can find the help they need. Whether through endurance challenges, personal interactions, or media outreach, we aim to create an environment where survivors feel seen, heard, and supported.

Give Support

To date, over $29,000 has been raised through Summer’s endurance challenges to provide essential resources for survivors of sexual violence. Through her efforts, survivors are gaining access to counseling, legal support, and community programs that help them reclaim their lives. For more details on funded projects and ways to get involved, visit the impact page.

Together, we can create a world where survivors are not defined by their trauma but by their strength, resilience, and ability to thrive.

Donate Now

Impact

  • Join A Retreat with Project Horizon
  • UCLA Rape Treatment Center
  • YMCA Sexual Assault Hotline Chicago

Let’s Stay in Touch

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GIVEAWAY CLOSED! thank you to everyone who entered GIVEAWAY CLOSED! thank you to everyone who entered :) more giveaways to come! Winner is @juls_mcmillan ❤️

I am so excited to announce that I am giving away my FAVORITE jogging stroller, the Bob Wayfinder, to one lucky winner! The company was kind enough to send me a free single jogging stroller, and I want to give it to one of you. Guys, this is the *best* jogging stroller out there. As a mom, how to do I find the time to exercise? By bringing the kids along 😉

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On August 17th, I’ll be attempting to run 79 mil On August 17th, I’ll be attempting to run 79 miles (over 100k) in 24 hours. Every mile is a loop.

This race, I’m asking you to sponsor a mile for $29 for the UCLA Rape Treatment Center. The amazing organization offers an incredible amount of resources including counseling for women, men, and children, training for police/ detectives, community outreach, and more. 

Thank you for your constant support! 

#marathon #marathonrunner #24hourrace #sandiego #mommyrunner #saawareness #reels #reelsvideo
Kicking off this 24-hour endurance run in San Dieg Kicking off this 24-hour endurance run in San Diego with 0 miles, aiming to crush 79 miles—three marathons around a 1-mile loop! 🏃‍♀️ The goal for every runner here: see how far we can push ourselves in 24 hours. Grateful for my incredible support crew keeping me going strong! 💪 
Have a question about 24 hour race? Let me know! 
#UltraRunning #79Miles #SanDiegoEnduranceRun #SupportTeam #marathonrunner
AND WE’RE BACK!!! This year, I started with thr AND WE’RE BACK!!!

This year, I started with three marathons in three days. By far, it was the hardest challenge so far. But now that I’m starting the second half of these races, I’m ready to take things to the next level…SO, this Saturday, I’ve entered a 24 hour race where I’m going to attempt THREE MARATHONS IN THREE DAYS. 

I’m terrified, I’m excited, and I’m definitely ready to push myself to the next level to finish my goal of 29 marathons this year!
#15, let’s go!!!

#marathon #marathonrunner #strengththroughstrides #reels #instagramreels #weekendvibes #viral
The Pefect Day in Monte Carlo 🌞 Drove a Ferrar The Pefect Day in Monte Carlo 🌞

Drove a Ferrari on the Monaco F1 Track 🚘 
Won 💵 at the craps table at the Royal Monte Carlo Casino 🎰 
Flashbacked with my sisters on one of our old Disney favorite movies 🎥 
Got kissed by my sweet Alfred while he told me I looked like a princess. 👑 

What an unforgettable day. 
#monico #f1 #montecarlo #bestvacations
I’ve been dreaming about going to Prague since I I’ve been dreaming about going to Prague since I was a young girl. 📚 

To me, it always seemed to be the most capital R, Romantic place for a heroine to be. With the gothic architecture, oldest astronomical clock, history of a king obsessed with witches (that occasionally show up on the street), gardens with peacocks everywhere, ancient libraries with thousands of first editions, I think my high school self was right- very Romantic.

What I didn’t realize, was how yummy ice cream would be eaten out of chimney cakes, how how I do not like goose liver, and how sweet it would be to have August neighing the whole time we were in a carriage in old town. Prague is definitely a must. 

Where are we off to next?

#prague #europeanadventure #travelmom #travelmoments #pragueclocktower #praguecastle
Had a marvelous time spinning through Budapest 🫶🏼 

Budapest quickly turned into my favorite city in Europe. I was so incredibly enchanted (if you can’t tell).

From the @newyorkcafebudapest , to the fisherman’s bastion at sunset, the porcelain roof tops, and gothic architecture, this city felt like walking into a story book. 

#budapest #newyorkcafe
After two weeks of knowing you, I was already jour After two weeks of knowing you, I was already journaling about wanting to marry you. 

Still Can’t believe my luck to have that dream come true four years ago. 🌞

Happy Anniversary @andrewwillis4186 ❤️
Ti Amo, Milano 🍕 #milano #milan #taylorswift Ti Amo, Milano 🍕

#milano #milan #taylorswift
BRB There’s a 1000 year old bridge in Nesso Ita BRB

There’s a 1000 year old bridge in Nesso Italy that I need to jump off of
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