BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Freedom to Choose Project - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://freedomtochooseproject.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Freedom to Choose Project REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T150000 DTSTAMP:20260625T203101 CREATED:20260617T160505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T155843Z UID:10000199-1784372400-1784386800@freedomtochooseproject.org SUMMARY:Potluck Event: Summer Social 2026 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” class=”content” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][nectar_highlighted_text color_type=”regular” text_color=”#6a3179″ style=”full_text” highlight_expansion=”default” text_direction=”default”]\nIt’s Time to Chill…And Pass The Coleslaw!\n\n[/nectar_highlighted_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”6″ divider_color=”extra-color-1″ custom_height=”6″ custom_line_width=”30%”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text text_direction=”default”]We had sooooo much fun at our first Summer Social last year. 💜 \nIt was such a gift to be able to hang out with some of our favorite people in a beautiful environment with plenty of time to talk\, laugh\, and share a meal together. So much fun that we’ve decided to make this an annual get together. \nWe are excited to invite you to our second FTC Summer Social and Potluck! \nThis event is open to everyone: longtime FTC supporters\, those new to our community\, near or far\, and anyone who has been curious about the work we do. Invite your friends\, family\, and colleagues–the more the merrier! \nJoin us and lets eat\, play\, and chill together this summer.🌞 \nFTC Summer Social\nWhen: Saturday\, July 18\nTime: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nDouglas Park\, Santa Monica\, CA\n2439 Wilshire Blvd\nRSVP BELOW👇 \n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”66″ bottom_padding=”66″ text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all” el_id=”register”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”small_depth” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”1px” column_border_color=”#6a3179″ column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_highlighted_text color_type=”regular” text_color=”#6a3179″ style=”full_text” highlight_expansion=”default” text_direction=”default”]\nRSVP NOW\n[/nectar_highlighted_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”2″ divider_color=”extra-color-1″ custom_height=”10″ custom_line_width=”50″]\n\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n City & State \n \n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n Additional Guests(Required)Please enter a number less than or equal to 10.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text text_direction=”default”]What to bring\, not required but encouraged (Besides Your Wonderful Self): \n\n“Ready to eat” favorite or signature dishes to share Potluck Sign Up.\nPicnic & party essentials: lawn chairs\, tables\, blankets\, coolers\, shade\, etc.\nYour favorite games/activities. We’ll have some games planned\, but bring your favorites too and show the community how YOU love to bring in the summer!\nFriends & family who carry the authentic\, warm\, and loving hearts we all do.\nWater squirters for those who want to get wet—prepare for fun in the sun! Please NO RUBBER WATER BALLOONS.\nSun protection and reusable water bottles.\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter all our impactful work as a community—facilitating workshops\, volunteering\, donating\, and finding us if you’re new—we all deserve a day to meet one another\, laugh under the sun\, share stories over yummy and nutritious food\, and strengthen the bonds that guide our mission. No agendas\, no objectives\, no asks—come just for the pure\, joyful connection. \nLet’s build a “One Accord” of love and fun in the most warm and joyful way possible—with food\, laughter\, and community. We’ve accomplished a lot. It’s time to chill…and pass the coleslaw! \nQuestions? Please check out our FAQ notes below or reach out to us at info@freedomtochooseproject.org \nRSVP TODAY!\n  \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”6″ divider_color=”extra-color-1″ custom_height=”6″ custom_line_width=”30%”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”20″][vc_column_text text_direction=”default” el_id=”FAQ”]\n\n\n\nFAQs\n\nAre substances allowed?\nThis is a sober and no mind-altering substance event. We’re creating joy naturally!\nWho can attend?\nEveryone! Is this your first time participating with us? Welcome to the FTC family and be sure to invite friends who believe in transformation!\nHow do I sign up for the potluck?\nAdd your dish to our [Potluck Sign Up]. Store-bought\, homemade\, or even just utensils—we welcome all contributions.\nIs there a cost?\nNo—this is our thank-you to the community. Your presence is the only gift we need.\nIs the park accessible?\nYes! Douglas Park offers: \n\nADA-compliant pathways & restrooms.\nDesignated parking spaces.\nWheelchair-friendly picnic areas\, view park amenities & rules here.\n\n\nCan I bring my pet?\nLeashed\, well-behaved dogs are welcome. Please review the park’s pet policy beforehand.\nWhat should I bring if I don’t want to cook before?\nPackaged food\, paper goods\, drinks\, or just yourself! We’ll have extra plates and smiles to share.\nWhat’s the rain plan?\nCheck your email by 9AM on July 18th for weather updates. (We’ll reschedule if needed!)\nWhere exactly will you be?\nLook for FTC signs and purple balloons near the picnic tables.\nCan I volunteer?\nEmail volunteer@freedomtochooseproject.org to help with setup/cleanup.\nCan’t attend but want to contribute?\n\nShare the event with your network\nDonate to support the event: Donate Here\n\n\n\n\n\nStill have questions? Reach out to us at info@freedomtochooseproject.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner bwd_show_when_type=”between” bwd_show_when_date=”05/22/2025 17:00″ bwd_show_when_date_end=”05/22/2025 21:00″ bwd_tbc4vd_show_weekday=”” disable_element=”yes” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”66″ bottom_padding=”66″ text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all” el_id=”register”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”small_depth” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”1px” column_border_color=”#6a3179″ column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_highlighted_text color_type=”regular” text_color=”#6a3179″ style=”full_text” highlight_expansion=”default” text_direction=”default”]\nREGISTER NOW\nCan’t attend? No problem. \nRegister to receive a recording of the event and the full one-hour conversation between Rhonda Leland and Dr. Ron Hulnick. \n[/nectar_highlighted_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”2″ divider_color=”extra-color-1″ custom_height=”10″ custom_line_width=”50″]\n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://freedomtochooseproject.org/event/potluck-event-summer-social-2026/ LOCATION:Douglas Park\, 2439 Wilshire Blvd\, Santa Monica\, CA\, 90403\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Public Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://freedomtochooseproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Email-Headers-14.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260723T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260723T200000 DTSTAMP:20260625T203101 CREATED:20260429T182347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T182347Z UID:10000197-1784833200-1784836800@freedomtochooseproject.org SUMMARY:"Change from the Inside" Intro Event – July DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” class=”content” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][nectar_highlighted_text color_type=”regular” text_color=”#6a3179″ style=”full_text” highlight_expansion=”default” text_direction=”default”]\nEVERYONE IS WELCOME\nNEW AND VETERAN VOLUNTEERS\, FRIENDS\, FAMILY AND ANYONE LOOKING TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE. JOIN US!\n[/nectar_highlighted_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”6″ divider_color=”extra-color-1″ custom_height=”6″ custom_line_width=”30%”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”20″][vc_column_text text_direction=”default”]\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 23\, 2026\n7:00pm-8:00pm (PT)\nRegister Now!\nOnline via Zoom\nThe Freedom to Choose Project (FTC) has been providing programs that have been described as “Healing\,” “Powerful\,” “Life-Changing\,” “Programs that bring peace to the world…” \nBut what actually happens at a Freedom to Choose Event? And how are these events having so much impact in-prison\, with volunteers\, and in the community at large? \nCome and experience this introductory Freedom to Choose event to find out! \nThis evening is open to all and will feature voices from our volunteers and from individuals who participated in our programs while incarcerated. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect\, learn\, and ask any questions you may have. \nWe also welcome our seasoned volunteers and alumni to this evening. Come and experience the depth and beauty of this community. We are so grateful for your support\, and wisdom. This evening is a great opportunity to share FTC with your friends and family. \nWe look forward to coming together digitally as a community to continue our commitment to healing and growing both as individuals and collectively. \nWe’ll see you there! \nDate: Thursday\, July 23\, 2026\nTime: 7:00pm – 8:00pm PT\nTuition: None. Free!\nPrerequisites: None. This event is open to all.\nRegistration: Required. Viewing Instructions will be sent upon registration. \n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”66″ bottom_padding=”66″ text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all” el_id=”register”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/6″ 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gradient_type=”default”][nectar_highlighted_text color_type=”regular” text_color=”#6a3179″ style=”full_text” highlight_expansion=”default” text_direction=”default”]\nREGISTRATION\n[/nectar_highlighted_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”2″ divider_color=”extra-color-1″ custom_height=”20″ custom_line_width=”50″]\n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” 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column_padding_type=”advanced” gradient_type=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”15px”][nectar_highlighted_text style=”none” text_direction=”default” custom_font_size=”30px”]\n“I would like to thank you for all your support\, when I receive feedback it makes me feel heard\, like I have a voice\, like somebody’s actually listening to what I have to say. Thank you for valuing my input.”\n\n\n\n[/nectar_highlighted_text][nectar_highlighted_text style=”none” text_direction=”default” custom_font_size=”18px”]\n– Isaiah\, FTC Self-Directed Learning Program Participant\n\n\n\n[/nectar_highlighted_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”15px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text text_direction=”default”]\nSaturday\, July 25\, 2026\n9:30am-3:30pm (PT)\nOnline via Zoom\n  \nIf you have an open heart\, a passion for service\, and a desire to uplift others\, please join our monthly Correspondence Volunteer Gatherings! \nWe have developed a powerful way to connect with our fellow brothers and sisters in blue\, through our correspondence-based curriculum that teaches the foundational skills of The Freedom to Choose Project (FTC). Due to the success of our Self-Directed Learning program\, we are in need of additional support in reviewing participants’ homework (“Growthwork”) and offering constructive and meaningful feedback to encourage their progression. \nCorrespondence Volunteer Gatherings are a time to come together virtually with like-minded community members\, connect with participants on their journey with FTC\, and empower others with acceptance and compassion. If this sounds like a rewarding experience to you\, please submit your application through the button below. \nYou also have the option to read at your own pace as your time permits. \nWe hope to see you there! \nDate: Saturday\, July 25\, 2026\nTime: 9:30am – 3:30pm PT\nTuition: Free!\nPrerequisites: Volunteers must complete and submit an application\, have access to Google Drive\, and have an active Gmail account. 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