Recovery through outreach

RTO (Recovery Through Outreach) is a peer LED initiative that helps people rediscover purpose, connection and hope through support, service and helping others.  

We believe healing and personal growth can be strengthened through community, accountability and acts of kindness.

 RTO is not therapy or professional treatment but a supportive environment focused on outreach purpose and positive change.

Yes RTO (Recovery Through Outreach) operates as an initiative of Give Out Smiles, a registered 501(C)(3) non profit organization.

RTO is part of our mission to promote healing, connection, kindness and community through peer support and outreach programs.

No.  RTO is not a replacement for AA, therapy, counseling or professional treatment. 

 We believe recovery and personal growth are strongest when support systems work together 

 RTO is designed to complement not compete with existing recovery programs, peer support groups, faith communities and professional care by offering connection, purpose, and healing through outreach and service.

RTO meetings are open to anyone seeking connection, encouragement, personal growth, or a supportive community.  

While many participants may be veterans or individuals navigating recovery and life changes, RTO welcomes people from all backgrounds who believe in kindness, healing, accountability, and helping others do service and outreach.

No.  RTO welcomes anyone seeking connection, purpose, personal growth or a supportive community.

 While many participants may be navigating recovery or life changes, RTO is open to individuals who believe In healing, service and helping others through kindness and outreach.

RTO meetings provide a supportive and respectful space for connection, discussion, and personal growth.

 Meetings may include introductions (first name only), conversation about life challenges and recovery, encouragement, shared experiences, and discussion of outreach or service opportunities.

 Participation is voluntary and the focus is on support, purpose, accountability, and helping one another grow through community and kindness.

No.  Participation is always voluntary.  RTO meetings are designed to be welcoming and supportive environments where individuals can share, listen, or simply be present at their own comfort level.

 We respect that everyone's journey is different and no one is pressured to speak or share personal experiences.

No.  RTO Meetings are free to attend. 

 Our goal is to remove barriers and create welcoming spaces where people can find connection, encouragement, purpose, and support through community and outreach.

Starting an RTO meeting begins with a desire to create connection, support, and positive change.  Because RTO operates as an initiative of Give Out Smiles, we encourage individuals interested in starting a meeting to contact us so we can discuss the process, share guidance, and help ensure meetings reflect the purpose principles and peer support philosophies of RTO.