

"From this Place Springs Hope for Inner and Global Peace"
Hope Springs Institute is a non-profit retreat center in Appalachian Ohio, cultivating peace through empowered leadership, innovative learning, and personal healing. Our vision is a more peaceful, equitable, and inclusive world.
To hold sacred space & transformative programming for growth, leadership, & healing while honoring
mind, body, spirit, & earth.
Our MISSION
Our Core PHILOSOPHY
We believe in the inherent worth of every individual.
We value healing for ourselves, humankind, and the planet.
We practice theory-based and experiential learning that fosters right relationship.
We believe in respect for ourselves, each other, and the land.
We value the land as a sacred teacher.
We practice an intersectional approach to our work that honors life's natural diversity and the dignity of every being.


Featured Programs
- Tue, Apr 26ZoomMost of us will have 20 to 25 years of life to live after we retire. The question is “how do I live this ‘third act’ to the fullest." Join us as we explore aging with grace and purpose.
- Multiple DatesSun, Jun 12ZOOM (reference ticket pdf for link)What becomes available to us if we release the belief that grief is a problem to overcome… and instead choose to cultivate a respectful, courageous relationship with our own innate, essential capacity to grieve?
- Tue, Jun 21Hope Springs InstituteJoin us in a small group study of Astrology from an elemental perspective on Hope Springs land.
- Fri, Jul 29Hope Springs InstituteFor this weekend retreat, we create a space of Quietness for ourselves in the midst of community.
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"The place is sacred and special and I appreciate the staff holding and cultivating
beauty and love here for those who come."
"The place is lovely, energizing and welcoming. Coming from India I
felt most comfortable.
Thank you so much."
"This sacred earth space was perfect, just perfect. Time slows (here) as you need in order to do your work."
"The beautiful and clean rooms are so thoughtfully appointed. The delicious and healthy food is so lovingly prepared and served. And the beauty on the grounds and facilities!"
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