First Lady Sarah Stitt

First Lady Sarah Stitt has turned her personal story into a powerful mission—helping children and families across Oklahoma heal from the effects of addiction and mental health issues. "I know that healing is possible, and hope changes everything," she shares.

Through her work, the First Lady has become a champion for mental health, childhood trauma awareness, and resilience-building across the state. As the founder of Hope Rising Oklahoma, she has helped train state agencies on the science of hope, ensuring more children and families receive the support they need. She also leads the campaign for a state-of-the-art Pediatric Behavioral Health Center at Oklahoma Children’s Hospital, addressing critical gaps in care.

In recognition of her courage to share her story and her commitment to making Oklahoma a place that helps children build resilience to face life’s challenges, Peaceful Family Oklahoma is honored to present First Lady Sarah Stitt with the Heal Out Loud award at the 3rd annual Heal Out Loud luncheon. Her leadership, advocacy, and determination embody the very spirit of this award—proving that when we heal out loud, we give others permission to do the same.