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A Year of Gratitude

November 1, 2026 – October 31,2027 AWARENESS + FUNDRAISING

Starting in November, Ashley Addiction Treatment is bringing people together for one of the staples of recovery: gratitude. A Year of Gratitude begins with a 30-day challenge to write a daily gratitude list, then carries the practice through the following eleven months with a new prompt each month.

REFLECT – GIVE – SHARE

Small thanks. Big shifts.

This November, we’re starting something that lasts all year.

Gratitude changes how we see recovery — and how recovery sees us. Starting with 30 days of gratitude lists, we’re building a full year of simple, meaningful ways to notice what matters. One list. One step. One story. One gift.

Choose the way that feels right for you — then invite someone else in.

Three Ways to Join

Choose what fits you — every action moves the year forward.

Warning: side effects of gratitude may include smiling more.

Reflect

Gratitude looks different every month. Follow this month’s prompt, and watch the practice build over the year.

Give

Support the next chapter of care at Ashley — because gratitude, for a lot of us, becomes the drive to give back.

Share

Use our graphics, captions, and story prompts to bring someone else into the practice.

The Year Ahead

November – Daily Gratitude

Build a daily gratitude habit. Each day, take a moment to write down or reflect on something you’re thankful for.

December – Gratitude in Action

Turn thanks into kindness. This season, pay it forward with small acts of service for the people and community around you.

January – Gratitude Reset

Skip the resolutions. Instead of asking what you want to change, celebrate what’s already working in your life and worth keeping.

February – Gratitude for People

Tell someone why they matter. Write a note, give a shoutout, or thank a mentor, friend, or support person who has made a difference.

March – Gratitude in Motion

Get moving and reflect along the way. Take a gratitude walk or join our step challenge, pairing fresh air with a moment of thanks.

April – Gratitude for Growth

Spring is a season of change. Look back on how you’ve grown this year and celebrate the progress you’ve made.

May – Gratitude for Self

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, show yourself some appreciation. Recognize your strength, resilience, and the ways you care for yourself.

June – Gratitude for Community

No one gets here alone. Celebrate the people and communities who helped you along the way and give them a shoutout.

July – Gratitude for Rest

Recharge and take care of yourself. Reflect on the moments of rest and renewal that help you show up as your best self.

August – Gratitude for Lessons

Some of our greatest lessons come from hard times. Reflect on a challenge that taught you something valuable.

September – Gratitude for Milestones

National Recovery Month is a time to celebrate every step forward. Share your milestones, big or small, and honor how far you’ve come.

October – Gratitude for the Journey

As the year comes full circle, look back on what you’ve reflected on and shared since November, and celebrate the journey that brought you here.

Give Back

Letters for Mothers in Recovery

We’re inviting our alumni moms to write letters of encouragement to mothers currently in treatment.

Make a Donation

Giving back is one of the most powerful expressions of gratitude, and your donation helps more people find hope, healing, and recovery alongside their families.

Alumni Service Opportunities

As you continue your recovery after Ashley, staying connected and giving back to the community that supported you can make all the difference.

Leave a Google Review

Leave a Google review to share your experience with Ashley and help others know they’re not alone.

Complete Our Alumni Survey

Your feedback helps us strengthen our programs and better support every person who walks through our doors.

Color Your Leaves Of Gratitude

Created for kids, families, educators, community groups, and child-serving professionals and organizations.

Children are invited to design and color Ashley’s leaves as a symbol of growth, renewal, and
the people who help us heal. Completed leaves can be shared with Ashley to be featured in
our A Year of Gratitude campaign. It’s a gentle way for families to pause together and notice
what they’re thankful for.

  1. Download the worksheet.
  2. Design and color your leaf.
  3. Scan or photograph your finished art work.
  4. Email it to media@ashleytreatment.org.
  5. Ashley may feature submitted leaves to our display tree on campus, online and in campaign or future materials.

Submitting a leaf constitutes permission for Ashley Addiction Treatment to use and share submitted artwork.

Everything You Need To Spread Gratitude

Built for individuals, alumni, loved ones, donors, advocates, schools, businesses, partners, and community organizations.

Sharing these materials is participation.

Sharing basics: On Instagram, tag @ashleyaddictiontreatment

Campaign Quick Guide

Get the campaign overview, key messages, participation paths, and approved language in one place.

Campaign Graphics

Open the shared campaign folder to download finished graphics for social posts and Stories.

Make It Meaningful

Use the campaign framework to personalize what you’re grateful for, or who you’re grateful for, while keeping the message connected.

Follow Ashley Addiction Treatment on Social

Keep up with a Year of Gratitude, share campaign stories, and help every message reach someone who needs it.

Connect With Ashley Alumni

Gratitude grows stronger when it’s shared. As an Ashley alum, you’re part of a community that’s walked this road too. Explore the ways below to stay connected, give back, and celebrate recovery together this year.

The Ashley Alumni App

Keep gratitude at your fingertips. The Ashley Alumni App includes a built-in gratitude journal, so you can reflect on the good, big or small, wherever you are.

Alumni Events and Meetings

Some of the best moments in recovery happen in good company. Join us at chapter meetings and alumni events on and off campus throughout the year.

Stay Connected

Never miss a moment. Join our email list for updates on alumni events, gatherings, and ways to get involved, both on campus and in the community.